Mapusa, June 30 -- The Goa Pradesh Mahila Congress strongly condemned the horrifying acid attack on a 17-year-old boy in Dhargal, Pernem, terming it not just an act of brutality, but a chilling reflection of the complete collapse of law and order in the state.

Speaking on the incident, Mahila Congress President Pratiksha Khalap said, "This is not just an isolated act of violence -- it is a terrifying signal that Goa is no longer the safe, peaceful state we once knew. An acid attack on a young boy is unthinkable and absolutely unacceptable. It speaks volumes about the increasing sense of impunity among criminals."

She further added, "What is most disturbing is the fearlessness with which such crimes are committed. When culprits know they...