Addressing a press conference, Naik said the Aam Aadmi Party has steadily expanded its presence in Goa since its formation and is confident of winning more seats in the next election because of its work on the ground.
"The Aam Aadmi Party was formed in 2013 and has been working in Goa since then. We contested the 2017 Assembly elections and then the 2022 elections. The response from the people has continued to grow, and we are confident that our hard work and service to the people will help us elect many more MLAs in the next election," he said.
Calling the upcoming Assembly polls "critical" for the state, Naik said Goa could face serious consequences if the BJP returns to power.
"If the BJP comes back to power even by mistake and rules for the next five years, Goa will face a massive risk that the Aam Aadmi Party is not willing to take," he said.
Naik argued that merely securing a simple majority would not be enough, claiming past political developments in Goa showed the need for a much stronger mandate.
"Even if a party wins 21, 22 or 23 seats, we have seen the BJP topple governments in just four days, as it happened in 2017 and 2022. The next government must have the strength of at least 35 seats so that it can stand firmly against the BJP," he said.
Appealing to opposition parties to put aside differences, Naik formally invited them to join hands.
"We urge all parties to set aside their personal ambitions and leadership disputes and unite for Goa. Today, we are officially declaring our doors open for an alliance against the BJP," he said.
According to Naik, a broad opposition alliance would provide political stability, prevent defections and ensure continuity in governance.
He said such a government should remain stable for five years while laying the foundation for Goa's development over the next decade and beyond.
"The government will need to perform effectively to undo the destruction caused by the BJP over the last 15 years and bring back the old glory of Goa," Naik said, adding that protecting Goa's land, environment and identity would remain key priorities for the proposed alliance.
Naik also reiterated that AAP would continue to focus on employment, education, healthcare, electricity, water supply and road infrastructure, saying a strong government with more than 35 MLAs would be better positioned to address these issues.
He said the proposal for an alliance had been discussed with the party's national leadership and that AAP was fully prepared to work with other opposition parties.
"We have cleared this with our high command and are fully ready to form an alliance with other opposition parties. If an alliance does not materialise, the remaining opposition parties will have to face the political reality as the people are demanding change," Naik said.
