Goa Legislative Assembly

गोवा विधानसभा

Shri. Altone D’Costa

Shri. Altone D’Costa

Constituency No/Name: 36 - Quepem

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Indian National Congress
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Date of Birth: 11th November 1975
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Permanent: H.No.37,Cotto,Fatorpa,Quepem-Goa- 403703
Present: H.No.37,Cotto,Fatorpa,Quepem-Goa- 403703

Election Details

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Indian National Congress

Eighth Legislative Assembly 2022
MEMBER
Committee on Petitions (Since 31 May 2022)
Eighth Legislative Assembly 2022
MEMBER
Committee on Delegated Legislation (Since 31 May 2022)
Eighth Legislative Assembly 2022
CHAIRMAN
Public Accounts Commiitee (Since 19 Jan 2023)

High unemployment rate in the State of Goa

“The House strongly recommends the Government to take serious cognizance of the high unemployment rate in the State of Goa and initiate necessary steps to provide industry-demand based job skills to at least 20,000 unemployed youth in the next two financial years under Skill Development Mission and ensure that Goan candidates are preferred in private sector jobs in the State.”

Fourth Session 2023

BUSINESS FOR THE DAY -4

Three linear projects

This House strongly recommends the Government that the three linear projects of double-tracking of South Western railway lines, Tanmar Power Transmission and expansion of National Highway 4-A passing through the protected areas of Bhagwan Mahaveer Wildlife Sanctuary and Mollem National Park be scrapped in the interest of the public who have shown strong opposition to these three projects that threaten the ecology of the area and also in view of the recommendation by the CEC. Further, this House recommends the Government to withdraw all cases filed against citizens/NGOs for executing their Constitutional duty under Article 51-A (g) of protecting the environment against the three linear projects through peaceful protests.

Second Session 2022

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Change in surname

“Attention of the House is drawn as regards the change in surname by any person to traditional Goan surnames, so as to claim benefits and erase the distinct Goan identity. The steps the Government has taken in this regard.”

 

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pdfMinisters Reply

Unchecked influx of gig economy workers

“Attention of the House is drawn as regards to the unchecked influx of gig economy workers employed by platforms such as Zomato, Swiggy and Blinkit, who are reportedly bringing in over 8,000 delivery agents from outside the State, along with their own vehicles bearing registration plates from other States. The steps the Government has taken to protect local employment, enforce transport and labour regulations and ensure that these platforms operate within a framework that prioritises Goa’s economic and social interests.”

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Labour and Employment

pdfMinisters Reply

Increase in accidents across Goa

“Attention of the House is drawn to the rising  number of accidents injuring people as also fatal accidents in last few days which clearly has been due to poor maintenance of roads by the PWD with failure to take due and steps despite Hon. Supreme Court directives and Orders of the State Government. The steps the Government intends to take in this regard.”

Tenth Session 2025

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Public Works

pdfMinisters Reply

Growing crimes of theft, robbery, dacoity

“Attention of the House is drawn as regards growing crimes of theft, robbery, dacoity, crimes related to women and children does endangering the safety of    the people and more specifically children, women and senior citizens. The steps the Government will take in this regards”.  

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Home

pdfMinisters Reply

Overflowing Sewerage chambers

 The alarming issue of overflowing sewerage chambers across multiple urban and semi urban areas in Goa, unplanned sewerage pumping Stations, which is creating grave public health hazards and environmental degradation causing sewerage overflow into the fields turning agriculture land infertile, polluting rivers and water bodies causing environmental pollution and contamination of groundwater. The steps the Government has taken in the matter”.

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Public Works

pdfMinisters Reply

AUTISM

Attention of the house is drawn to the lack of facilities available for children with autism. What steps does the Government intend to take in this regard to provide the necessary support and care for these children and their families?

Tenth Session 2025

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Social Welfare

Directorate of Social Welfare

QUEPEM MUNICIPAL GARDEN

Attention of the house is drawn to the dilapidated condition of the Quepem Municipal Garden, which has been neglected for several years with no renovation or beautification undertaken. I urge the Government to clarify what steps it intends to take in this regard

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Urban Development

Department of Urban Development

WILD ANIMAL ATTACKS ON HUMAN BEINGS

Attention of the House is drawn to the increasing incidents of wild animal attacks on human beings, even during broad daylight. This has become a serious safety concern for the people of Goa. What immediate and long-term measures does the Government intend to take in this regard to ensure the safety and well-being of Goenkars?

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Forests,Agriculture

Forest Department

RISING VEGETABALES PRICES

Attention of the House is drawn to the rising prices of vegetables during the ongoing Shrawan month, a time when many of our Hindu brothers and sisters observe vegetarianism. I urge the Government to take necessary steps to control and reduce the prices of vegetables during this holy period.

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Agriculture

Directorate of Agriculture

PWD LABOUR SUPPLY SOCIETY

Attention of the House is drawn to the issue of candidates who had applied for various posts under the PWD Labour Supply Society and whose applications were rejected without any valid reason being provided. I urge the Hon’ble Chief Minister to ensure that valid reasons for rejection are clearly communicated to the applicants, as many candidates from distant parts of South Goa such as Canacona, Quepem, Sanguem and others are compelled to travel all the way to the PWD office in Panjim to inquire about the rejection of their applications.

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Public Works

Public Works Department

AMENDMENTS LIST -2

AMENDMENTS TO THE MOTION OF THANKS TO THE ADDRESS OF THE GOVERNOR

Session : Second Session 2022 | Sitting : BUSINESS FOR THE DAY -1

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Cut Motion List No 11B

The following Cut Motions to Demand No. 71 – Co-operation and Demand No. 74 – Water Resources, have been received from the Member as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on the 7th August, 2025.

Session : Tenth Session 2025 | Sitting : BUSINESS FOR THE DAY -14

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Cut Motion List No 10D

The following Cut Motions to Demand No. 34 – School Education, Demand No. 35 – Higher Education, Demand No. 36 – Technical Education, Demand No. 37 – Government Polytechnic, Panaji, Demand No. 38 – Government Polytechnic, Bicholim, Demand No. 39 – Government Polytechnic, Curchorem, Demand No. 40 – Goa College of Engineering, Demand No. 41 – Goa Architecture College, Demand No. 44 – Goa College of Art, Demand No. 46 – Museum, Demand No. 50 – Goa College of Pharmacy, Demand No. 63 – Rajya Sainik Board, Demand No. 73 – State Election Commission, Demand No. 75 – Planning, Statistics & Evaluation, Demand No. 80 – Legal Metrology, Demand No. 81 – Department of Tribal Welfare, Demand No. 83 – Mines, Demand No. 84 – Civil Aviation and Demand No. 88 – Department of Public Private Partnership, have been received from the Member as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on the 6th August, 2025.

Session : Tenth Session 2025 | Sitting : BUSINESS FOR THE DAY -13

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Cut Motion List No 9D

The following Cut Motions to Demand No. 2 – General Administration & Coordination, Demand No. 5 – Prosecution, Demand No. 6 – Election Office, Demand No. 8 – Treasury & Accounts Administration, North Goa, Demand No. 9 – Treasury & Accounts Administration, South Goa, Demand No. 11 – Excise, Demand No. 12 –  Commercial Taxes, Demand No. 14 – Goa Sadan, Demand No. 17 – Police, Demand No. 18 – Jails, Demand No. 21 – Public Works, Demand No. 22 – Vigilance, Demand No. 23 – Home, Demand No. 25 – Home Guards & Civil Defence, Demand No. 26 – Fire & Emergency Services, Demand No. 27 – Official Language, Demand No. 29 – Public Grievances, Demand No. 30 – Small Savings & Lotteries, Demand No. 32 – Finance, Demand No.  42 – Sports & Youth Affairs, Demand No. 43 – Art & Culture, Demand No. 56 – Information & Publicity, Demand No. 61 – Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Demand No. 85 – Department of Rural Development and Demand No. 90 – Drinking Water Department, have been received from the Member as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on the 5th August, 2025.

Session : Tenth Session 2025 | Sitting : BUSINESS FOR THE DAY -12

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Cut Motion List No 8E

The following Cut Motions to Demand No.  76 – Electricity and Demand No. 86 – New & Renewable Energy, have been received from the Member as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on the 4th August, 2025.

Session : Tenth Session 2025 | Sitting : BUSINESS FOR THE DAY -11

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Cut Motion List No 3C

The following Cut Motions to Demand No. 13 – Transport, Demand No. 19 – Industries, Trade & Commerce and Demand No. 31 – Panchayats, have been received from the Member as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on the 28th July, 2025.

Session : Tenth Session 2025 | Sitting : BUSINESS FOR THE DAY -6

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003A - ORCHID FARMERS

 *WILL the Minister for Agriculture be pleased to state:

  1. whether it is a fact that orchid farmers in the State do not receive any specific support or assistance from the Government;
  2. if so, the reasons therefor and whether the Government has any plans to introduce schemes or incentives specifically for orchid farmers;
  3. the total number of farmers engaged in orchid cultivation across Goa with district-wise or taluka-wise details with their names, addresses and contact numbers; and
  4. whether any existing agricultural schemes are applicable to orchid farmers; if so, the details of such schemes along with the number of orchid farmers that have availed benefits under such schemes?

 

Answer:

Answer attached.

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Shri. Ravi Naik

Agriculture

Directorate of Agriculture

003B - DETERIORATED CONDITION QUEPEM MAMLATDAR BUILDING

*WILL the Minister for Revenue be pleased to state:

  1. whether the Government is aware of the deteriorated and pathetic condition of the building of the Mamlatdar Office in Quepem;
  2. if so, whether the Government has any plans to renovate, repair or shift the Mamlatdar Office to a new or alternative premises; and
  3. if so, the details of the same including proposed location, estimated timeline and budgetary provisions made for the same?

 

Answer:

Sir, the answer is attach herewith.

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Shri. Atanasio Monserrate

Revenue

Department of Revenue

003C - COMPLAINT REGARDING INSERTION OF NEW STRUCTURE

*WILL the Minister for Revenue be pleased to state: 

  1. whether any complaint has been received by the Directorate of Settlement and Land Records (DSLR) alleging insertion of new structure in the promulgated maps of the DSLR in 1970\'s; if so, the details such as name of the complainant, date of complaint, date on which the same is received by the DSLR, reference letter, if any, under which the same is received and the action taken by the Department with present status of the complaint;
  2. whether the Department was in a receipt of the complaint forwarded by the Vigilance Department alleging insertion of structures in the survey maps promulgated in 1970\"s, if so, the details such as  date of receipt, action taken by the Department along with copy of the letter of Vigilance Department forwarding the said complaint;
  3. furnish copy of the Inquiry Report/action taken report, if any, conducted by the DSLR in respect of this complaint received from the Vigilance Department;
  4. the details of the doubtful structures/structures observed to be inserted with names of the owners/occupiers in the Form I and XIV after enquiry is conducted in response to the complaint filed by the complainant in the Vigilance Department; and
  5. the outcome of the episode in this complaint with present status of the complaint and whether it is further investigated or withdrawn; if withdrawn, whether the Affidavit for withdrawal has been signed by the Complainant; if so, the details of the status of the complaint thereof?

 

Answer:

Sir, the reply is enclosed herewith.

Tenth Session 2025

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Shri. Atanasio Monserrate

Revenue

Department of Revenue

016 - HANDICRAFTS COURSES

WILL the Minister for Handicrafts, Textile and Coir be pleased to state:

  1. the total number of training courses and programmes available under the Handicrafts Department with details such as course names, duration, eligibility criteria and locations where they are offered;
  2. the total number of training courses or programmes conducted by the Department in the Quepem Constituency during the last three years;
  3. the number of beneficiaries that participated in these courses in Quepem with year-wise and category-wise (SC/ST/OBC/General) details thereof; and
  4. whether the Government has any plans to introduce new training programmes in Quepem Constituency in the near future?

Answer:

Sir, the reply to the Unstarred LAQ No. 016 is attached herewith :- 

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Shri. Ravi Naik

Handicrafts

Department of Handicrafts, Textiles & Coir

017 - STAFF DUE FOR PROMOTION

 WILL the Minister for Labour and Employment be pleased to state:

  1. the details of staff in the Labour and Employment Department that are due for promotion with their names, designations and dates since when they are eligible;
  2. the number of promotional posts of different categories that are currently vacant;
  3. the reasons for not filling these promotional posts;
  4. whether the Government has any plan to fill these posts in a time-bound manner; and
  5. if so, the timeframe by when these promotions are expected to be carried out?

Answer:

Sir, 

Refer to the attached Reply and Annexure- A.

Tenth Session 2025

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Shri. Atanasio Monserrate

Labour & Employment

Department of Labour