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Tackling pollution, poverty and crime

Goa is a beautiful state with a rich history and culture. However, it has been facing a number of challenges in recent years. These include environmental degradation, poverty, and crime.

Environmental degradation is a major problem in Goa. The state is home to a number of important ecosystems, including forests, wetlands, and beaches. However, these ecosystems are under threat from pollution, deforestation, and development. Poverty is another major challenge facing Goa and unemployment. Crime is also a major problem in Goa. The state has a high rate of violent crimes This can make Goa a less attractive destination for visitors. The people of Goa are friendly and welcoming, and the state has a lot to offer visitors. However, it is important to be aware of the challenges facing Goa so that we can work together to address them. Protect the environment. This will entail reducing pollution, deforestation, and development in sensitive areas. Poverty has to be reduced by creating jobs, providing education and healthcare, and investing in infrastructure. Reduce crime and drug abuse by improving law enforcement, providing social programmnes, and addressing the root causes of crime.



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Build bridges instead of operating ferries

RONNIE DSOUZA, Chandor
Published Nov 5, 2023, 10:44 PM IST
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It is unfair for the government of Goa to increase the costs of ferry trips for the citizens who are travelling to and from islands. The government should instead build bridges where the ferry boat are in operation so that people of Goa have not to wait for long and get affected when the ferries break down and are sent for maintenance work. Sometimes the service is stopped during the heavy rainfall due to increase in water level.  People are paying road taxes and it's…

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