Reaffirming his commitment to strengthening rural infrastructure and supporting the farming community, Hon’ble Tourism Minister and Porvorim MLA Shri Rohan A. Khaunte laid the foundation stone for the construction of a culvert at Vaddem Fields, Socorro.
The culvert at Carrem Ward, Vaddem Fields, serves as an important access route for farmers carrying out agricultural activities, including the transportation of farm produce and other essential requirements. The need for immediate intervention arose after the existing bridge was damaged when a fire brigade vehicle used the route to reach Aldona during a fire emergency. Following an inspection by the Water Resources Department, immediate action was initiated, and the construction work was taken up within a few days to restore safe and convenient access for farmers.
Hon’ble Tourism Minister & Porvorim MLA Shri Rohan A. Khaunte said, “Our vision of Viksit Goa is aligned with the Prime Minister’s vision of Viksit Bharat, and this development must include our farmers, our Annadatas. While Porvorim is often perceived as an urban constituency, it also has a strong agricultural identity and remains Sheti Pradhan (शेती प्रधान) in several areas. The Farmer Club, established in 2008, reflects our continued commitment to supporting the farming community. The Carrem Ward bridge, built to facilitate farmers in transporting their agricultural produce, was damaged when the fire brigade used it to reach an emergency in Aldona. We immediately undertook an inspection and initiated steps within four to five days to begin its reconstruction. Our farmers requested that the bridge be rebuilt properly and with long-term durability, and their concerns have been conveyed to the contractor. Our priority is to ensure that development reaches every section of the constituency and that our farmers have the infrastructure they deserve.“
Sandeep Salgaonkar, ZP Member of Penha de França Constituency; Amit Asnodkar, ZP Member of Socorro Constituency; and Soniya Sanjay Pednekar, Sarpanch of Socorro Panchayat, were present at the ceremony, along with Panchayat members, farmers and residents were present.
The initiative reflects the continued focus on strengthening essential infrastructure in rural and agricultural areas of Porvorim. By addressing the needs of farmers and improving connectivity for the transportation of agricultural produce and support farmers and ensure that development reaches everyone in the constituency.