The Durbhat jetty in Ponda has assumed great importance in recent times. Many people travel along this jetty towards Verna, Vasco and neighbouring areas during the major part of the day.
However, it is rather disgusting to notice garbage scattered along the road leading towards this jetty. This pitiful situation has turned into an eyesore for travellers.
However, the village panchayat of Durbhat as a competent authority has remained a silent spectator, with no positive steps taken to clear the dumped garbage. As a result, public at large are confronted with unhygienic conditions while proceeding along this strategic route.
Recently this panchayat has decided to introduce door-to-door collection of garbage. Along with this task, it is equally important to clear garbage that has been existing along the roadsides and open areas.
Such a step would ultimately help in assuring hygienic conditions to all. Let us hope that this panchayat would initiate prompt positive steps to keep its jurisdiction neat and tidy. Since cleanliness is next to godliness, let us hope that needful would be done at the earliest in public interest.
Pravin U Sardessai, Adpai
