Goa, Nov. 23 -- Kala Academy, Goa's iconic cultural hub, faces significant structural challenges, warns a recent inspection led by IIT Madras. The expert team, including civil engineering professors and PWD officials, conducted a thorough visual inspection and recommended an extensive structural overhaul based on observed corrosion risks and water damage. The foundation steel beneath the auditorium is exposed to saline conditions, causing corrosion concerns. IIT Madras emphasized avoiding micro-concrete for external repairs due to its poor durability in Goa's humid climate.

The team suggested detailed condition assessments with infrared scanning to detect hidden dampness and water damage, coupled with redesigning drainage to connect dire...