CANACONA: The Loliem-Polem gram sabha voted unanimously on Sunday against the construction of multi-dwelling units, including residential complexes, commercial blocks, hotels, and other large projects. Residents expressed their concerns following an application from a Mapusa-based real estate company seeking a license to build 36 villas and a swimming pool behind S S Angle higher secondary school at Dapot.
In response, the gram sabha urged the panchayat to contact the deputy town planner and district deputy collector to ensure the resolution is implemented. Villagers emphasized the need for the panchayat to enforce their demands and, if necessary, appeal to the highest court to halt large developments in the village.
Several community members also requested that the panchayat ensure all rivulets are desilted before the monsoon season to avoid silt buildup in paddy fields. Additionally, they asked for timely completion of all pre-monsoon tasks, such as drainage and gutter cleaning, to prevent water logging.
Discussion also included the establishment of a dog shelter, with community members urging the panchayat to find suitable land. Sarpanch Nisha Chari stated that setting up a dog shelter was currently not feasible, even if land were donated, due to a lack of resources and personnel. She mentioned that the panchayat has reached out to the animal husbandry and veterinary services department but has yet to receive a response.
The gram sabha proposed and approved the annual budget.
