Constituency No/Name: 13 - St. Cruz

| Date of Birth: | 27th July 1961 |
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Refer Bulletin Part II No 71 dated 14-09-2022 with regards to Merger of 2/3rd of the Indian National Congress Legislature Party (“INC”) in to the Bharatiya Janata Party (“BJP”)
“This House unanimously resolves that the Government in recognition of the exemplary contribution to the Society and the State by former MLA Late Smt. Victoria Fernandes as Minister and Deputy Speaker, name the newly inaugurated flyover in Santa Cruz connecting Panaji to Old Goa as Shrimati Victoria Fernandes flyover.”
Eighth Session 2025
BUSINESS FOR THE DAY -2
Public Works
The attention of the House is drawn as regards the proposed and ongoing development around Toyyar lake known for its ecosystem and bio-diversity and hence this wetland ecosystem needs to be maintained. The people of Chimbel and especially the ST community needs to be informed of the steps taken to protect and preserve this eco-system and whether the development curtails road widening and demolition of houses. The steps the Government has taken to bring clarity and to preserve ecosystem in this regard.”
Twelfth Session 2026
BUSINESS FOR THE DAY -2
Tourism
Ministers Reply“Attention of the House is called as regards the people of St. Cruz Constituency due to the confusion near Merces-Panaji Circle caused by the traffic signal system and as there is no service road on one side. the Steps the Government has taken in the matter.”
Seventh Session 2024
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Ministers Reply“Fear and Anxiety in the minds of the people of Santa Cruz Constituency due to the act of draining the water from Bondvoll Lake by tampering the outflow valve. The steps the Government has taken in this regard.”
Sixth Session 2024
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Ministers Reply“Fear and Anxiety in the minds of the people of Santa Cruz, due to the dilapidated condition of the G.M.C. run O.P.D. Health Centre and the School for Children which is in the same premises situated at Premiero Bairo in Santa Cruz village. The building structure is in a very bad condition. The steel of the ceiling and walls are exposed; and massive cracks and water leakage can be seen. If left unattended, the structure may collapse at any time. The steps the Government intends to take in the matter.”
Second Session 2022
BUSINESS FOR THE DAY -2
Public Health
Public Health Department
Under Rule 63 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business, I hereby give notice for Calling Attention of Urgent Public Importance:
Fear & Anxiety in the minds of the people of Chimbel Village due to the MRF Plant set up in the thickly populated residential area, close to a church, temple & school. What plan does the Govt. have to resolve the same?
Fourteenth Session 2026
BUSINESS FOR THE DAY - 3
Waste Management
Waste Management
Fear & Anxiety in the minds of the people of Chimbel due to upcoming Project in S. No. 59/1 showing 10 to 15-meter road access which does not exist near Goulembhat, Chimbel. What steps will the Govt. take to resolve the same?
Thirteenth Session 2026
BUSINESS FOR THE DAY -5
Town & Country Planning
Town & Country Planning Department
Under Rule 63 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business, I hereby give notice for Calling Attention of Urgent Public Importance:
Fear & Anxiety in the minds of the people of Merces Village as the Pond as well as the Nallah near the entrance of the Merces Lake Wheel Gate near Niyaaz has become shallow due to accumulation of mud & the side mud bunds cannot be seen. What plan does the Govt. have to resolve the same?
Thirteenth Session 2026
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Water Resources
Water Resource Department
Fear & Anxiety in the minds of the people of St. Cruz Constituency due to dumping of Garbage on the Service Roads to National Highways in St. Cruz Constituency causing nuisance & pollution. Whether the Govt. is aware that some Panchayats claim it does not fall in their jurisdiction. Whether the Govt. will physically demarcate Village panchayat boundaries along the National Highways? What plan does the Govt. have to resolve the same?
Thirteenth Session 2026
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Public Works
Public Works Department
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The attention of the house is drawn with regards to Sub Health Centre Merces in Merces Village of St. Cruz Constituency. The Sub Health Centre Merces sees above 150 patients on a daily basis & due to the same additional staff is required. What plan does the Govt. have to resolve the same?
Twelfth Session 2026
BUSINESS FOR THE DAY -5
Public Health
Public Health Department
*WILL the Minister for Power be pleased to state:
a) whether the Government has any plans to carry out underground cabling for L.T. power lines in the villages and wards in St. Cruz Constituency during the last three years till date; and
b) if so, the types of electricity poles which will be used after replacing the old ones; furnish details of the same?
SR. NO. | QUESTION |
| ANSWER |
| WILL the Minister for Power be pleased to state: |
| By Shri. Ramkrishna Dhavalikar, Minister for Power |
a | Whether the Government has any plans to carry out underground cabling for L.T. power lines in villages and wards in St. Cruz Constituency during the last three years till date; and; |
| No Sir, the Government has not carried out underground cabling for L.T. power lines in villages and wards in St. Cruz Constituency during the last three years till date.
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b | If so, what kind of electricity poles will be used after replacing the old ones; furnish details of the same? |
| Not applicable |
Fourteenth Session 2026
BUSINESS FOR THE DAY - 3
Shri. Ramkrishna Alias Sudin Dhavalikar
Power
Electricity Department
*WILL the Minister for New & Renewable Energy be pleased to state:
a) whether the Government has any plans to fit solar panels on houses which are willing to install in St. Cruz Constituency;
b) whether the Government intends to install the solar panels free of cost and then recover through EMI after deducting the subsidy; and
c) if so, furnish details of the same during the last three years till date?
Fourteenth Session 2026
BUSINESS FOR THE DAY - 3
Shri. Ramkrishna Alias Sudin Dhavalikar
New and Renewable Energy
Non Conventional Energy Resources
*WILL the Minister for Drinking Water be pleased to state:
a) whether the Government is aware that the residents of Dharvotkar Colony and surrounding areas in Chimbel Village are without even a drop of water due to the closure of borewells;
b) whether the Government is aware that the affected villagers including senior citizens and children are facing hardships due to the same; and
c) if so, the steps the Government has taken to resolve this issue?
Fourteenth Session 2026
BUSINESS FOR THE DAY - 3
WILL the Minister for Gazetteer & Historical records be pleased to state:
a) whether the Government is aware that most of the photographs of the Opinion Poll as well as other historic agitations in Goa are difficult to find;
b) if so, whether the Government has kept any records of all such historic agitations that have been carried out in the State;
c) whether the Government is aware that Opinion Poll and other agitation photographs are difficult to find, even online; if so, the steps the Government will take to preserve such photographs and display them for the public to make the public aware of the history of Goa?
Sir,
Answer to the question is attached herewith.
Fourteenth Session 2026
BUSINESS FOR THE DAY - 3
Shri. Ramkrishna Alias Sudin Dhavalikar
Goa Gazetteer
Goa Gazetteer
*WILL the Minister for Public Works be pleased to state:
a) whether the Government is aware of the dilapidated condition of the Sluice Gate near 4 Pillars Monument;
b) whether the Government is aware that it is difficult to carry out maintenance work as the road will have to be closed to carry out any major maintenance work; and
c) if so, the measures the Government has taken to resolve the same?
Fourteenth Session 2026
BUSINESS FOR THE DAY - 2
Public Works
Public Works Department