Khanyale Villagers Protest Against Quarry Blasting Near Tillari Dam Over Water Security Concerns

Goa, March 11 -- JOSEPH FERNANDES

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KHANYALE, DODAMARG: For six consecutive days, the villagers of Khanyale, Dodamarg in neighbouring Maharashtra have been protesting against relentless quarry blasting near the Tillari Dam-a joint project between the governments of Goa and Maharashtra that serves as a crucial source of drinking water and irrigation for both States.

O Heraldo visited the protest site to assess the ground reality, which poses potential risks of flooding and threatens Goa's water security. Upon reaching the remote protest site deep within the village, locals expressed frustration over the authorities' inaction. They highlighted that frequent quarry blasts have caused cracks in their homes and widesprea...