Goa, Oct. 28 -- Pollution in River Sal at Khareband has raised fresh concerns after the water turned dark black, prompting locals to question the authorities' efforts to protect the river. Residents have also questioned their MLA's commitment to safeguarding the water body, expressing concern over the substantial amounts spent on cosmetic development along its banks.

According to locals, the discharge of untreated sewage into water bodies is a major cause of the pollution. They claim that complaints have been lodged with the Goa State Pollution Control Board and other departments, and that inspections have also been carried out. However, they allege that these steps have not resulted in effective action to address the problem.

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