Goa, Jan. 7 -- The Electricity Department has launched a crackdown on illegal internet cables attached to power poles in the Margao area, following an order issued by the Collector and a court directive mandating the removal of all unauthorized cables from electricity infrastructure.

Officials said the action was prompted by a recent safety incident in which a Deputy Director suffered a fall after his leg became entangled in one of the loose cables. The department described the situation as highly dangerous, stressing that such incidents pose a serious risk to both staff and the public.

"We have initiated action because these cables are installed without permission and create hazardous conditions. Moreover, the electricity department re...