MLA Cruz Silva Leads Delegation to Chicalim’s ‘Wealth Out of Waste’ Treatment Facility

Chicalim, Goa – 19th June 2025In a proactive step toward promoting sustainable village-level waste management, Hon’ble MLA Cruz Silva led a delegation comprising Sarpanchas, Panchayat members, Deputy Director of Panchayats ,Bdo and Panchayat Secretaries to the Wealth Out of Waste (WOOW) treatment facility at Chicalim.The visit aimed to gain a deeper understanding of the scientific waste treatment protocols implemented to manage waste generated within the Chicalim Village Panchayat and neighboring jurisdictions. Project CEO Shri Gaurav Pokle provided an in-depth presentation on the operational framework of the facility, emphasizing key processes involved in waste segregation, treatment, and reuse. He further noted that the treated water from the plant is being utilized to maintain the nearby Joggers Park—an initiative that reinforces the importance of water conservation and circular resource use.The site visit was followed by an in-depth interaction session at the Chicalim Panchayat Hall, where all constructive dialogue on replicating similar models across their village panchayats.