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Knee jerk reaction to drunk driving accident from Goa Police

Goa Govt and Police are so predictable in my view. After the horrific Banastarim accident where a drunk driver killed and injured innocents.. the knee jerk drama has started with checks and absurd announcements… so as to give the false perception that the Goa govt is serious about the issue and is taking action, the reality is the ministers are still not.

What is needed is a comprehensive accident prevention policy which should be properly framed as a legislation and passed; should include a policy which covers amongst other things;  CCTV cameras, stiff fines, proper road signs (particularly during construction works ) easy affordable transportation where people who drink can use, stiff fines/Immediate action for offenders unlike this case; with the said Mercerdes owner where action was not taken and license not suspended even after defaulting on violations.



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Dept should eliminate electrocution hazards

VINAY DWIVEDI, Benaulim
Published Aug 12, 2023, 10:28 PM IST
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The Goa Electricity Department believes in exposing all its installations to the elements be it control gear, MCB boxes or fuse boxes, this is seen especially in coastal areas. Not only does this lead to malfunctions and short circuiting but also there is a clear and present danger for the passersby , service personnel and animals being electrocuted by such careless placement of equipment. In the recent past two linesmen have lost their lives while servicing power fixtures.…

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