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LANDSLIDE THREAT AT REIS MAGOS-GOA HC!By Legal Correspondent

Feb 07- Feb 13, 2026, LAW February 6, 2026 , by

The High Court of Goa has pulled up the government for granting permission to build on hill slopes. The observations came in the wake of rampant ongoing construction at Reis Magos Fort resort by the Berry Brothers of Punjab — on a steep hill slope above 20 degrees gradiant.

What the High Court said
 The Court expressed serious concern about extensive hill-cutting and the risk of the slope collapsing at Reis Magos in Bardez. Photographs submitted by petitioners were described as painting a **“grim picture,” and the bench said there appeared to be “imminent danger of collapse” if protective measures were not taken.
The petition was filed by local residents including the Milroc Vista Do Mar Cooperative Housing Maintenance Society Ltd, pointing to large-scale earth removal at Survey No. 95/1-C-2.

Court directions
 The bench summoned key officials — the Deputy Town Planner (Bardez) and the Flying Squad officer — to appear personally with all relevant records and documents to explain the hill-cutting and permissions.
The Court set the matter for another hearing and emphasised urgency, assigning it high priority on the board.

Government’s response in court
 Government and senior officers told the Court that, based on internal inspection, they found no hill slope or cutting at the site and said construction was being carried out in line with permissions granted.
The Court did not accept this as the final word. Instead, it ordered a detailed sworn affidavit from the Deputy Town Planner with technical reports and evidence within two weeks, warning of consequences for non-compliance.

Dispute over what constitutes hill cutting
 Officials have claimed no hill cutting occurred, while petitioners argue that only a contour survey and technical evidence — not just a visual inspection — can clarify what has happened on the ground.

What this means
 The High Court has taken a serious and precautionary stance on the allegations, noting potential danger and requiring accountability from government officers. The Goan
The legal process is continuing and may involve technical evidence, affidavits, and further hearings before any final judgement or orders are issued.

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