Goa, July 12 -- The basement of the Ponda market is grappling with severe sanitation issues, as overflowing gutters filled with sewage waste have turned the area into a health hazard. Fish vendors operating in the basement are particularly affected, forced to work amid stagnant, foul-smelling water and piled-up waste. Many have voiced their frustration, demanding immediate action from authorities to provide clean water, functional drainage, and regular upkeep to ensure a hygienic and safe workspace.

The crisis is further intensified by the deteriorating condition of the old fish market building, constructed in 1984, which now leans precariously toward a nearby nullah and poses a serious risk of collapse. In response, the Ponda Municipal ...