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Repair submerged portion of pavement at Ponda

Pavements are being constructed for assuring safety to innocent pedestrians. However at some locations we notice a negative picture of the same that ought to cause inconvenience to public at large while proceeding along the concerned locations. 

For instance, the floor tiles at the pavement adjacent to the municipal garden near Tisk in Ponda have been noticed in a submerged condition. 

Such a tendency disrupts free movement of pedestrians. Senior citizens proceeding along the way are likely to be the worst sufferers. They are likely to collapse to the ground due to the existing uneven surface at these premises. 

It is absolutely necessary that pedestrians are assured safety at this strategic location. The concerned authorities must re-affix the pavers at the submerged area so that pedestrians are assured a permanent relief. 


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