MARGAO, March 27 -- SHYAM ZAMBAULIKAR

Margao's traffic congestion has reached a breaking point due to haphazard parking, lack of designated spaces, and encroachments on roads and footpaths. Still functioning on a traffic management system introduced 20 years ago, the town's rapid expansion and growing vehicle population have outpaced infrastructure, making mobility increasingly difficult.

Encroachments by handcarts and street vendors remain a major issue. Authorities have attempted crackdowns, but vendors persist, occupying critical road space. Motorists face bottlenecks as customers stop abruptly to buy produce, while pedestrians are forced onto busy roads, risking safety.

Senior citizen Laximan Naik highlighted the growing travel tim...