Goa, June 12 -- In a major step toward ending the long-standing issue of flooding in Mapusa and its nearby areas, the Goa State government has unveiled a Rs.46.52 crore river improvement project for the Mapusa River. Spearheaded by the Water Resources Department (WRD), the initiative aims to tackle the root causes of recurring floods while restoring the river's ecological health.

The project covers a 4.5-kilometre stretch of the river-from Guirim to the National Highway bridge at Tar junction. Core components include desilting, widening, and strengthening the riverbed to boost water flow and ensure effective monsoon runoff discharge. Clearing the river of silt and debris is expected to greatly reduce the risk of flooding during heavy rai...