Goa, Nov. 9 -- Fresh concerns over possible water contamination have emerged in Goa's Morpilla-Kanibag area after cases of kidney failure were reportedly detected, following similar concerns raised in Padi.

Quepem MLA Alton D'Costa has held the Health Department and the state government responsible for allegedly failing to take adequate measures to test and monitor water quality in the affected areas.

Expressing concern over the reported cases, D'Costa has demanded immediate intervention by the authorities to investigate the possible link between water quality and the health complications reported among residents.

He has called for comprehensive water quality testing, urgent measures to ensure access to safe drinking water and effectiv...