Blocked Water Flow, Not Pollution, Behind Mangrove Damage: GSPCB Report

PWD, contractor blamed as Panch alleges negligence in St Cruz case A report by the Goa State Pollution Control Board has concluded that the natural flow of water was obstructed by mud, leading to stagnation near Four Pillars and contributing to the damage of mangroves. The report found no chemical contamination in the water. Meanwhile, Panch member Inacio Pereira has alleged that the Public Works Department and the contractor are responsible for the destruction and dying of the fragile mangrove ecosystem due to negligence.