Praise worthy observations on market complex. The much needed Chinchinim market complex is mired in unnecessary controversies and the prolonged , further delay is avoidable. It finally took the PP to make a passionate and worthy observations. He said it pained him, as the project was of social importance. He made an impassionate plea for understanding and reconciliation in the best interest of the Village. He further added that there will always be difference of opinions , objections, suggestions but that the will of the majority in a democracy must prevail .His observations under circumstances are most welcomed and received with appreciation.. He is perfectly justified when he opined that all and any problems have solutions, which must be given priority over dissent. The status and good will enjoyed by PP is indeed an eye opener, a much needed fervent appeal for quick action and with his unqualified support and blessings can fuel the completion of the needed facility at the earliest..
A present look at the market is totally disgusting; The open spaces are occupied by variety of vendors spreading filth and waste. Unauthorized ghadas have sprung up overnight with or without patronage much to the dismay of the public., while few illegal ones have been officially dismantled. For sometime, CCC Executive members forced the fish sellers and others to occupy inside of the market place.. The first floor is used for gambling, games and unused for any designed , intended commercial activity . A large area of the market space of would be market is in private possession for commerce.. The haphazard parking on either side of a busy, congested road is a safety concern, specially for a large student population oftwo schools in the vicinity .The traffic signs ,road markings, and temporary police enforcement regarding parking have all been obliterated and have vanished. The garbage bins provided under Zilla Parishad disappeared overnight and became a football of political rivalries. There is absolutely no arrangement at the market to collect garbage or its disposal. It does not bother us a bit that animal waste etc is dumped in nearby rivers polluting water bodies, emanating foul odour, unbearable stench for the travelers. We seem to be perfectly comfortable with unseen disposal of waste, and spotless cleanliness of the present market. The footpaths mean for pedestrians are completely occupied by vendors and it is unfortunate that Panchayat legitimizes fees collection from footpath squatters The new market complex can provide much better solutions to available area, parking, orderly set up facility being away from settlements, decongest the MDR road and with unlimited scope of expansion. The concerns of garbage etc can be addressed, but priority of market complex is not negotiable. Besides it can provide much needed revenue for the Panchayat .The present market will be decongested from predominantly a residential area. .The will to accept can find alternative . acceptable solutions to all imagined and real impediments Nelson Lopes Chinchinim