South Goa district hospital's mortuary is overflowing, with 18 unclaimed bodies awaiting cremation by the Margao municipality for a month due to funding issues. This critical situation is exacerbated by the upcoming Holy Week, when Christian funerals are suspended. The hospital warns of public inconvenience if bodies aren't disposed of within 24 hours.
Ahead of Easter triduum, S Goa morgue full, hosp tells cops to clear bodies today
Written on 03/31/2026
Lisa Monteiro

