Goa Legislative Assembly

“This House unanimously resolves that the Government has to take immediate and effective steps to protect, conserve, and develop the historic ‘Mardangad’ Fort in Ponda taluka, in recognition of its deep historical importance and also to boost tourism.”

“This House unanimously resolves that the Government takes steps to protect the rights of the traditional fishermen especially from Vasco whose traditional access to fishing rights and livelihood and homes are being threatened by increasing urbanization, port expansion, environmental degradation, loss of fishing rights and various other restrictions imposed on them so as to ensure their rightful place in Goa’s development narrative.”

“This House unanimously resolves to urge the Government that the Public Works Department carries out a time bound structural audit of all the residential and multiple dwelling buildings which are 30 years and above to ensure the safety of residents.”

“This House unanimously resolves to congratulate Hon. Prime Minister of India, Shri. Narendra Modiji for his dedicated efforts to resolve the long pending issue of the construction of Ram temple at Ram Janmabhoomi, Ayodhya. In doing so, the Government has resonated the sentiments of crores of citizens irrespective of caste, creed, gender or religion. Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir is going to be the Nation\'s best example of communal harmony and to commemorate the same 22nd January of every year be declared as a public holiday”.

"This House unanimously resolves that the hardworking traditional fishermen community should be assured of their livelihood and traditional business by developing a full-fledged jetty in Vasco Constituency.”

“Attention of the House is Drawn to constant shortage of water supply in Vasco Constituency, the over head tanks of Vasco Constituency and around which are linked to water supply need urgent attention. it requires maintenance, repairs. people staying nearby tank at new vaddem residence in fear as its cement keeps on falling, it requires cleaning. it has been understood that many years past that no cleaning has been done from past so many years. The Steps of the Government to rectify the same."

“Fear and anxiety in the minds of the people travelling from Panjim to Ponda on safety of the 400 year old Ribandar causeway also known as Ponte de Linhares connecting Panjim to Old Goa via the village of Ribandar. Initially, built to carry horse-drawn carriages and has since stood the test of the time and is being used by all kinds of traffic including buses. In November 2021, half a meter section of the causeway had sunk which was later repaired. The following year in August 2022, one lane of the causeway was shut down after the base under an archway was seen to have been corroded. The Steps the Government has taken in this matter”.

“fear and anxiety in the minds of the people of Calangute, Pilerne, Saligao and Porvorim that due to the sudden outbreak of massive fire at the Berger- Becker Paint factory at Pilerne Industrial Estate at Saligao, the sudden pollution created in the form of carbon monoxide and various other harmful gases in the environment could create health issues especially to high risk people with asthma or chronic respiratory illnesses and infants. The water of the wells in the said areas has also been contaminated and not safe for drinking purposes, especially in saipem vaddo of Candolim villages. The steps the Government intends to undertake in the matter”.

“Fear and anxiety in the minds of Goan public, in view of stoppage of time-bound compensation on GST received so far from the Central Government. Steps the Government wants to take to save the economy of the State and the roadmapahead.”

“Fear, chaos and complete helplessness witnessed among people in Vasco over the disconnection of water meters of about 1123 households by the Water Supply department citing National Green Tribunal (NGT) Orders for non compliance of connecting household waste water and sewer to sewerage line. The steps Government intends to take in this matter.”

I rise to draw the attention of the Hon’ble Government to the need to expedite the installation of a lift in the Administrative Building of the Vasco Civil and Criminal Court

A large number of litigants, advocates, and members of the public visit the court daily, including senior citizens and specially-abled persons who face difficulty climbing the stairs to access the upper floors.

The process for installing the lift has already begun, and I request the Government to expedite the work and complete it at the earliest As Goa is a Divyang-friendly state it is important that public institutions like courts are made fully accessible to all citizens.

I rise to draw the attention of the Government towards the difficulties faced by ex-servicemen and their families in availing medical facilities under the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme in Goa, particularly Vasco and Dabolim which  have a large population of retired defence personnel who have served the nation with dedication. However, many beneficiaries are facing inconvenience due to limited facilities, delays in approvals and difficulties in accessing empanelled hospitals under the scheme.

Considering that many of these beneficiaries are senior citizens and widows of ex-servicemen, I urge the Government to take up this matter with the Defence ministry and ensure that better and healthcare facilities are made available under the ECHS scheme on priority as this has been a long pending issue

I rise to draw the urgent attention of this House to a matter of serious concern regarding the safety of the people of Vasco, particularly at the Varunapuri junction and the adjoining Varunapuri stretch

There is growing fear and anxiety among residents and commuters due to the increasing number of accidents occurring on this road. A large number of heavily loaded trucks from the Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) frequently pass through this stretch at very high speed creating a dangerous situation for pedestrians as well as motorists.

What makes the situation even more alarming is the absence of speed breakers or any proper traffic measures on this road. The Varunapuri junction witnesses heavy movement of people throughout the day, including school children, senior citizens, workers, and daily commuters

Under such circumstances, the movement of heavy trucks at high speed poses a serious threat to public safety and increases the risk of tragic accidents.

Through this Zero Hour Mention, I urge the Government and the concerned authorities to immediately intervene and take necessary measures to regulate the speed of heavy vehicles and install speed breakers and appropriate traffic safety mechanisms at the earliest, in order to prevent further accidents and ensure the safety of the public.

I would also like to propose that, in the long run, the construction of a flyover at the Varunapuri junction may be a practical and permanent solution to address the growing traffic and safety concerns. I therefore request the Government to direct the NHAI and concerned officials to conduct an urgent inspection of this area and examine the feasibility of such a project.

The lives and safety of our citizens must always remain our highest priority

I rise to draw the urgent attention of this House towards the illegal gate installed by the Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) on a public road , which has become a matter of serious concern for the people.

This gate has been illegally erected, obstructing the free movement of residents and commuters who have been using this road for years. What is even more shocking is that clear directions had already been issued for this gate to be removed.
Yet the authorities have shown complete disregard and the gate continues to remain in place.

Such blatant defiance of orders and disregard for the rights of the public cannot be tolerated. A public road cannot be arbitrarily blocked by any authority, and the people should not be made to suffer because of administrative arrogance.

I strongly urge the Government to immediately intervene and direct the Mormugao Port Authority to remove this illegal gate without any further delay and also seek an explanation for the delay in complying with the earlier order

The people expect action, not silence.

fear n anxiety in the Minds  of people of vasco constituency  regarding regular shortage of water  quantity which is being released  on  a daily basis to vasco constituency   , Anxiety is coupled with the fear that with summers fast approaching   the thought of  facing summers  with less water supply is creating panic situation  ,concrete steps the govt intends to take to tide this very serious issue