THE GOAN NETWORK
VASCO
Responding to concerns among locals about a risk to their homes due to ongoing construction of a retaining wall, Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar along with railway officials inspected the construction of a retaining wall undertaken by the Railways in Shantinagar.
During the inspection, Salkar assured residents that the construction of the retaining wall would keep their homes out of the danger zone, while protecting them from landslides.
Speaking to reporters, Salkar said he had responded to concerns of locals by asking the Railways to halt construction until he could return from Maharashtra and inspect the site personally.
“After inspecting the site along with railway officials, I explained to residents that the retaining wall would safeguard their homes during landslides. Any part of a house that might be impacted can be rebuilt once the retaining wall is completed,” Salkar said.
He emphasised the importance of involving locals in the process to ensure transparency.
“We have requested the Railways to engage with the local community, so they feel informed and secure. Additionally, the Railways have agreed to create more accessible space for vehicles to reach residents’ homes after the wall is built,” Salkar added.
Salkar also noted that the Railways have committed to constructing a new gutter to replace the one damaged during earlier works.
