Key Takeaways
- IPSCDL has filed a police complaint against GNGPL for unauthorized excavation damaging public infrastructure.
- The excavation was conducted on P Shirgaonkar Road without the required permission, violating project protocols.
- Photographic evidence has been submitted, and IPSCDL seeks legal actions under the Indian Penal Code and relevant laws.
Unauthorized Excavation Raises Concerns
The Imagine Panaji Smart City Development Ltd (IPSCDL) has lodged a police complaint against Goa Natural Gas Private Limited (GNGPL) for unauthorized excavation that caused damage to public infrastructure. The incident took place on P Shirgaonkar Road, near Hotel City Pride, where GNGPL conducted excavation work on a newly developed footpath funded under the Smart Cities Mission. Importantly, this footpath is still under the Defects Liability Period (DLP), making it the responsibility of IPSCDL for maintenance.
A senior official from IPSCDL emphasized that this unauthorized activity not only breaches established regulations, but also leads to damage to public property, creating inconvenience for citizens and undermining the integrity of a project of national significance. Consequently, IPSCDL has called on relevant authorities to implement strict legal consequences in accordance with the Indian Penal Code and other laws that address damage to public property and unauthorized excavation.
To reinforce their claims, IPSCDL has submitted photographic evidence documenting the extent of the damage caused by GNGPL’s actions. The complaint highlights the need for the enforcement of legal frameworks to protect public infrastructure and ensure compliance among companies operating in the region. The situation raises broader concerns about adherence to regulations governing projects that aim to enhance urban living standards under the Smart Cities initiative.
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