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Mhadei river’s flow shouldn’t be diverted

Madhei is a life line of Karnataka and Goa. Since the British colonial rule and after India attained independence, the Mahdei water was been flowing its natural course.

The move to divert Mhadei’s waters is going to affect the river’s natural flow. The move should be corrected by Narendra Modi and Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekawant in a short time without putting the issue to formalities. The Goa government needs to work fast to remedy the situation.


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Addiction treatment facility vital for Goa

Adelmo Fernandes, Vasco
Published Feb 26, 2023, 12:55 AM IST
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An ‘Addiction Treatment Facility’ (ATF) was reportedly inaugurated at the South Goa District Hospital (SGDH) recently. It is understood that the facility had started functioning in September 2022 and has successfully treated 202 patients till date. This is a vital facility available in the state as several Goans, especially the youth, fall prey to various types of addiction and need help to come out of it. Addiction is a mental illness that leaves people feeling empty and…

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