Goa, April 28 -- Villagers from Mollem's Palaskatta area in Goa continued their protest against the Parsekar Foods factory, with the agitation entering its 25th day. Locals have raised serious concerns over the alleged functioning of a rendering plant that processes chicken waste into fertiliser, claiming it is operating illegally and causing severe environmental and health issues.

Residents alleged that the unit emits a strong, toxic stench that has made daily life difficult, affecting both air quality and overall well-being. Many villagers said they have been consistently urging authorities to intervene, but claim that no concrete action has been taken so far. The prolonged inaction has further intensified public frustration, with prot...