Residents of Panaji have expressed serious concerns about the ongoing work under the Smart City project, highlighting issues such as a lack of proper supervision, incomplete filling of excavated areas, and the presence of exposed electric wires in drainage systems. These concerns have sparked public outrage over safety hazards and the effective use of taxpayer money.

This is not the first time the project has come under scrutiny. Previous complaints have pointed out poor execution and allegations of mismanagement. Heavy rains in the past have revealed the substandard quality of work, raising questions about planning and implementation.