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June deadline set for Vet College commencement; CM reviews progress

PANAJI

Chief Minister Pramod Sawant chaired a review meeting on Tuesday on the upcoming Veterinary College in Panaji, directing officials to ensure the institution becomes operational by June.

The meeting, attended by senior officials, focused on expediting completion of the campus infrastructure, procurement of essential equipment, establishment of the veterinary hospital and clinical complex, and creation of teaching and non-teaching posts.

Key issues such as affiliation with Goa University, land availability, and transport connectivity were also discussed, particularly in relation to the proposed Fisheries College.

The Chief Minister also reviewed the status of the fisheries sector, with deliberations on infrastructure needs, availability of qualified Goans in fisheries, and concrete steps towards establishing a Fisheries College in the State.


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G RAM G will give major boost to rural devpt: CM

Focus on infra, livelihoods and climate-resilient works

THE GOAN NETWORK
Published Jan 7, 2026, 12:02 AM IST
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PANAJIThe Chief Minister on Monday said that the G RAM G (Viksit Bharat “ Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission“Gramin) scheme will give a major boost to rural development in Goa through a strong Centre“State partnership, with a focus on infrastructure, livelihoods and climate-resilient works.Addressing a press conference, Pramod Sawant said the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) framework has been completely revamped under the new vision of…

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