Goa, Sept. 1 -- Indian Railways is pursuing an ambitious land acquisition plan, targeting nearly 6,000 hectares in South Goa's villages of Cansaulim, Sancoale, and Issorcim to facilitate the double tracking of the Hospet-Vasco railway corridor. This strategic project is designed to expand the capacity of this important coastal rail line, enhancing freight and passenger movement while connecting Goa more seamlessly to the wider Indian rail network.

The process involves land from private owners and local communidades, provoking opposition from residents and environmentalists. Reports of unauthorized activities such as tree felling and material dumping before land transfers have intensified tensions. Local authorities have issued stop-work ...