Nuvem Villagers Oversee Inspection of NH 66, Push for Denotification of Busy Stretch

Introduction

Residents of Nuvem, a village in South Goa, have taken matters into their own hands by overseeing the inspection of National Highway 66 (NH 66) and demanding the denotification of a busy stretch of the highway that passes through their village.

The villagers' action comes after years of complaints about the dangers posed by the heavy traffic on NH 66, which has resulted in numerous accidents and fatalities.

Villagers' Concerns

The villagers of Nuvem have long expressed concerns about the safety of NH 66, which is a major artery connecting North and South Goa.

The highway is often congested with heavy vehicles, including trucks and buses, which pose a danger to pedestrians and cyclists.

In addition, the noise and pollution from the traffic has made it difficult for villagers to live in their homes.

Overseeing the Inspection

In response to their concerns, the villagers of Nuvem decided to take action by overseeing the inspection of NH 66.

The inspection was carried out by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the Public Works Department (PWD) of Goa.

The villagers were able to point out several areas where the highway was unsafe and in need of repair.

Demand for Denotification

Based on the findings of the inspection, the villagers of Nuvem are now demanding that a 2.5-kilometer stretch of NH 66 that passes through their village be denotified.

Denotification would mean that the highway would no longer be under the control of the NHAI and would be handed over to the local authorities.

The villagers believe that denotification would allow them to better manage the traffic and improve the safety of the road.

Conclusion

The villagers of Nuvem are setting an example for other communities across India that are facing similar problems with national highways.

By taking matters into their own hands and working together, they are showing that it is possible to hold government agencies accountable and make their voices heard.