Goa, April 15 -- A major drinking water pipeline near the main road close to the Curchorem-Sanguem Court was reportedly tampered with, leading to the loss of thousands of liters of precious water. Authorities suspect that the valve was deliberately opened by an unidentified individual.

The incident, which occurred recently, has raised concerns among local residents and officials, especially amid ongoing efforts to conserve water during the dry season. The exact amount of water wasted is yet to be determined, but eyewitnesses described a continuous flow for several hours before the issue was resolved.

Local authorities are investigating the matter and have urged the public to report any suspicious activity near public infrastructure. Ste...