Goa, June 25 -- More than three weeks after the resignation of Sarpanch Minguel Cardozo, the Navelim Village Panchayat continues to operate without a full-time head, resulting in a complete halt to several developmental initiatives and key governance processes.

Villagers and panchayat members are expressing growing frustration over the delay in holding Gram Sabhas and electing a new Sarpanch.

Cardozo stepped down from his post 22 days ago, handing over interim responsibilities to Deputy Sarpanch Velinda Dias. However, no significant progress has been made since, as the Panchayat awaits directions from the Block Development Office (BDO) to convene a special meeting for electing a new Sarpanch.

Due to this leadership vacuum, the panchaya...