Maharashtra Mining Polluting Goa Rivers: Shantaram Naik

Naik said that mining, especially in areas of Dodamarg and Sawantwadi, was affecting two important rivers of Goa, Tiracol and Colvale which originate in Maharashtra.

These rivers are the lifeline of Pernem, Bicholim and Bardez talukas and the pollution was causing permanent damage to the wildlife, Naik added.

He urged authorities in Maharashtra to take steps under the respective environment and pollution laws to deal with mining activities and curb the menace. Read the full report here.

Source: Times News Network, Panaji.