WASTE CRISIS: WHERE IS THE BACKUP?

The 25-day shutdown of the Saligao waste treatment plant has raised questions about Goa’s preparedness for major disruptions to waste management. Six panchayats and two municipalities are affected, while Cacora has limited spare capacity to absorb additional waste. Proposed plants at Bainguinim and Verna offer a potential long-term solution, but will take time to become operational. The Goan examines the gaps in contingency planning and the need for reliable alternatives