Sanitation facilities inaugurated at Malim Jetty

Panaji: August 18,2025

The Government intends to provide adequate infrastructure at various jetties in the State in order to address issue of hygiene and sanitation said the Minister for Fisheries, Shri Nilkanth Halarnkar at the inauguration of the upgradation and construction of jetties for anchoring trawelers of fisher folk at Malim jetty, Porvorim today.
The Government has undertaken several significant initiatives to enhance facilities at the Malim Jetty in support of the local fishing community. In terms of sanitation, a 13-seater toilet block is already operational at the site and is being maintained by Sulabh International. Additionally, a new 20- seater toilet block has been constructed Furthermore, the Goa State Infrastructure Development Corporation (GSIDC) has awarded the work order for the remaining development works at the jetty informed the Minister adding that these are scheduled for completion by July 2026. This new facility will also be maintained by Sulabh International.

Minister Shri Halarnkar speaking further said Malim Jetty is an important jetty where fishermen are conducting their fishing activities. He appreciated the cooperation extended by GSIDC due to which this project has come into being. He appealed to stakeholders to maintain the said project.

Minister for Tourism Shri Rohan Khaunte in his address said that the facility for a toilet was a long time demand. He appreciated the endeavour of the Minister for Fisheries.

MLA & Vice-Chairman of GSIDC SHri Kedar Naik also spoke on the occasion.

MLA & Vice- Chairman Shri Kedar Naik ZP Member Smt. Kavita Naik, Ex- ZP Member Shri Gupesh Naik , Secretary Fisheries Shri Prasann Acharya IAS, Director of Fisheries Dr. Sharmila Monteiro, Chairman Mandovi Fishermen Marketing Society, Malim Jetty Shri Francisco D Souza, Controller Sulabh International Shri Sushil Kumar among those who were present at the function
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