Jose Philip D’Souza Flags Rising Water Crisis in Goa

Warns of Severe Shortage, Cites Environmental Damage Behind Delayed Monsoon Former Minister Jose Philip D’Souza has expressed concern over the growing water shortage in Goa, saying the state is moving backwards due to delayed monsoon rains.He noted that people have already begun using traditional chullas and warned that reliance on wells may increase if the situation worsens. D’Souza attributed the delayed rains to rampant hill cutting and deforestation, and urged the government to take urgent corrective steps to address water scarcity and protect natural resources.