A review meeting of the District Level Committee for the implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016, and Amendment Rules, 2026, in compliance with the directions of the Hon’ble Supreme Court in Civil Appeal No. 6174/2023, was chaired by Ms. Egna Cleetus, IAS, Collector and District Magistrate, South Goa, in the presence of Shri Bhiku L. Gavas, Deputy Collector, South-2. The meeting was attended by SDMs, Mamlatdars, BDOs, representatives of Municipal Councils and various departments, along with officials from GWMC, GSPCB, IDC and SDPO. The Committee reviewed the monthly report for September 2026, during which 25 inspections were conducted across the talukas and 20 directions were issued for non-compliance with the Solid Waste Management Rules. The Committee reviewed the identification and registration of Bulk Waste Generators (BWGs), with 385 establishments identified in South Goa, of which 124 have registered on the Centralised Online Portal as per CPCB records dated 30/09/2026. The District Magistrate directed the Special Cell to maintain separate online lists of identified and registered BWGs and instructed the Deputy Collectors to ensure on-site verification and registration of unregistered BWGs by 30/11/2026. The meeting also reviewed the fourth and fifth fortnightly inspection reports, compliance with directions issued to local bodies and 32 public complaints relating to garbage dumping and littering. The Deputy Collectors were directed to maintain an updated online record of complaints, inspections, action taken and compliance status. The Committee discussed the CPCB guidelines regarding registration fees and annual return processing fees for BWGs under the SWM Rules, 2026. The District Magistrate also directed the concerned officials and departmental staff to complete the iGOT Karmayogi online course on Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026: An Overview. It was further proposed that GSPCB conduct a practical demonstration of the Centralised Online Portal for Special Cell officials and taluka-level teams. The meeting also reviewed public awareness initiatives, including the circulation of infographics, newspaper advertisements, news channel tickers, awareness films, jingles and student-led street plays to promote waste segregation and prevent littering. The District Magistrate proposed issuing a monthly press note highlighting the activities of the Special Cell, including inspections conducted, complaints addressed, directions issued and awareness programmes organised. @Coll_SouthGoa @GovtofGoa

The District Magistrate, South Goa, has issued a circular directing strict compliance with the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the processing and disposal of mutation applications.

Meeting with the representatives of Political Parties on Rationalization of Polling Station. @Coll_SouthGoa @CEO_Goa

Special Camp for Disposal of Pending Mutation Cases on 24/10/2026 (Saturday) at the respective offices of the Mamlatdars and Joint Mamlatdars across all Talukas of South Goa District.

Ms. Egna Cleetus, IAS, the Collector and District Election Officer (DEO), South Goa District, convened a meeting with representatives of recognised political parties to discuss the rationalisation of polling stations as part of the Special Summary Revision (SSR) of the Photo Electoral Roll, with 01/01/2027 as the qualifying date. The meeting was convened in pursuance of the schedule and guidelines issued by the Election Commission of India. During the meeting, proposals received from the Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) of 21-Ponda, 24-Mormugao, 26-Dabolim, 31-Margao and 32-Benaulim Assembly Constituencies were placed for consideration. After due deliberation, the proposals for rationalisation of polling stations were accepted, with a view to ensuring convenient access for voters and facilitating the smooth conduct of the electoral process. The representatives of recognised political parties were given an opportunity to offer their suggestions and views on the proposals. The District Election Officer, South Goa, emphasised the importance of carrying out the rationalisation exercise in accordance with the guidelines of the Election Commission of India, while ensuring voter convenience and the effective management of polling stations. #Rationalization @ECISVEEP @Coll_SouthGoa @CEO_Goa

Minister for Health, Shri. @visrane interacted with citizens and listened to their grievances at Ravindra Bhavan, Fatorda, Margao, under the ‘Sarkar Tumchya Dari’ programme organised as part of the Seva Sankalp Abhiyaan. MLA, Shri. @UlhasTuenkar, Secretary (Health), Shri Yatindra Maralkar,IAS, Collector South, Ms.Egna Cleetus, IAS, senior government officials and others were also present. Government officials present at the venues assisted the citizens, facilitated the submission of grievances and guided them towards the appropriate departments for necessary action.

Minister for Social Welfare, Shri. @S_Phal_Dessai interacted with citizens and listened to their grievances at Rajiv Kala Mandir, Betora, Ponda, under the ‘Sarkar Tumchya Dari’ programme organised as part of the Seva Sankalp Abhiyaan. Secretary (Education), Shri Prasad Lolayekar, IAS, senior government officials and others were also present. Government officials present at the venues assisted the citizens, facilitated the submission of grievances and guided them towards the appropriate departments for necessary action.

Sarkar Tumchya Daari, under the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, brings governance directly to your doorstep. State-wide public interaction and grievance redressal sessions will be held tomorrow, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM across designated venues in Goa. Citizens are invited to attend their nearest centre for prompt departmental facilitation and resolution of local concerns. @Coll_NorthGoa @Coll_SouthGoa @KushavatiGoa

SARKAR TUMCHYA DARI Government Services, Closer to You Public Grievance Redressal Camps Across All 12 Talukas 17 OCTOBER 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Key Schemes & Services- Griha Aadhar Scheme, Dayanand Social Security Scheme, Mhaje Ghar Scheme, Other Government Services & Public Grievances etc Your Concern, Our Priority 📍 Across all 12 talukas of Goa

District Magistrate, South Goa prohibits aerial photography, aerial videography and the flying or operation of any Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (VAVs)/ drones in any form, within a radius of 02 (two) kilometres of Dabolim International Airport and INS Hansa, in view of VVIP visit.

Ms. Egna Cleetus, IAS, Collector, South Goa District, has issued an order regarding the reallocation and redistribution of village jurisdictions among the Mamlatdars and Joint Mamlatdars of Salcete Taluka in respect of mutation cases. 1. Davorlim and Dicarpale: Joint Mamlatdar-II to Joint Mamlatdar-V. 2. Colva and Sarzora: Joint Mamlatdar-I to Joint Mamlatdar-VI. 3. Camurlim: Joint Mamlatdar-IV to Joint Mamlatdar-VII. 4. Ambelim: Joint Mamlatdar-IV to Joint Mamlatdar-III. @Coll_SouthGoa

An ELC Conference involving Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and Electoral Literacy Clubs (ELCs) for 34-Cuncolim Assembly Constituency was held at the Conference Hall of CES College of Arts & Commerce, Cuncolim, in the presence of Shri Rajesh Sakhalkar, Chief Officer, Cuncolim Municipal Council and Electoral Registration Officer (ERO), 34-Cuncolim AC, Ms. Kshipra Umesh Bapat, Joint Mamlatdar VI, Principals and Nodal Officers of ELCs, Brand Ambassadors, students and BLOs. Shri Rajesh Sakhalkar welcomed the gathering, followed by a presentation by Master Trainer Shri Prashant Gaonkar on the electoral process, polling procedures, EVMs, and the ECINet website and mobile application. Subsequently, BLO Shri Avdhut Talwadkar explained the procedures for filling Forms 6, 7 and 8, covering voter enrolment, deletion of names, shifting of residence, corrections, marking of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), and replacement of mutilated or lost voter cards, along with the eligibility criteria for each form. The queries and doubts raised by the participants regarding the application process were addressed by ERO Shri Rajesh Sakhalkar. The conference aimed to enhance electoral awareness and strengthen the effective functioning of ELCs in promoting informed voter participation. @ECISVEEP @CEO_Goa @Coll_SouthGoa

South Goa District, launched Special Drive to Ensure Inclusion of All Eligible Electors in the Electoral Roll. @Coll_SouthGoa @CEO_Goa