Margao: A face-off unfolded between Curtorim Independent MLA Reginaldo Lourenco and agitated local residents at the Sonsodo waste dumping site as leachate spillage raised concerns and led to heated exchanges.
The confrontation erupted when locals questioned the MLA about the authorities' failure to address the leachate spillage and its impact on the community. As tempers flared, a verbal duel ensued between MLA Reginaldo Lourenco and some residents.
The Curtorim MLA asserted that the matter falls under the jurisdiction of the Margao Municipal Council. However, locals challenged him, questioning why he had visited the site if he claimed to have no role in resolving the issue. The exchange became more intense as residents insisted that the MLA should take responsibility for the situation.
In response to the residents' grievances, Reginaldo Lourenco maintained that he visited the site to fulfil his duty as an elected representative. Despite attempts to explain his perspective, tensions remained high during the exchange.
The Sonsodo waste dumping site has been a source of ongoing environmental concerns, and incidents like the recent leachate spillage have sparked public outrage. The confrontation highlights the frustration among residents seeking accountability and swift action to address environmental hazards in the area.
The local community awaits further developments and resolutions to ensure the containment of environmental risks at Sonsodo.