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Some alternatives to new Borim bridge alignment

In my opinion, the new Borim bridge should be aligned with the old Portuguese bailey bridge now disassembled. This will prevent any controversies or legal issues. There is the need however to conduct a detailed ground reality feasibility study to assess the possibility of such an alignment. The new bridge route could be connected with the Borim Circle 2 which is after Borim Circle 1 near the existing Borim bridge. This will allow vehicles mostly trucks to bypass Ponda City.  Also, the road from Borim Circle 1 to Borim Circle 2 has some death traps for two-wheeler motorists which need to be repaired  immediately.




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The fight against dengue cannot be one-way street

MELVILLE X D'SOUZA, Mumbai
Published Jul 3, 2024, 7:18 PM IST
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This is with reference to the editorial "Engagement of society crucial in fight against dengue, malaria - The Goan Everyday - July 3,  2024." That was an interesting and insightful editorial on the fight against diseases like dengue & malaria, especially during the monsoon season. The authorities seemed to have found the link between such diseases to the increased construction activities going on at several locations like Panaji, etc. Yes, that may be true and all care…

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