Goa, Aug. 12 -- The continued delay in commencing repair works at the Pai Tiatrist auditorium of Ravindra Bhavan, Margao, has sparked growing outrage among the tiatr community, civil society groups, and tiatr enthusiasts.

With no clear timeline for reopening, stakeholders fear the prolonged shutdown will cripple Goa's vibrant tiatr ecosystem and called for immediate government intervention to restore normalcy and accountability at the auditorium.

Citizens for Democracy Goa (C4D), a civic group, recently slammed the government for its silence and lack of transparency. C4D convenor Elvis Gomes said the indefinite closure had caused significant hardship to hundreds who rely on tiatrs for their livelihood, while officials continue to draw s...