Goa, July 3 -- In preparation for the upcoming Damodar Saptah festival, one of Goa's most cherished cultural and religious events, the Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) recently convened a special joint meeting to streamline planning and coordination.

MMC Chairperson Girish Borker underscored the council's commitment to ensuring the festival is conducted smoothly and safely, particularly in light of recent incidents reported in Goa and elsewhere. He highlighted the critical need for robust crowd management strategies and inter-agency collaboration.

To that end, the MMC is working closely with the police, fire services, and medical teams to bolster emergency preparedness and avoid risks such as stampedes or crowd-related mishaps. Maintain...