Inspection reports on Pernem landslides awaited: Sawant

THE GOAN NETWORKPublished Jul 17, 2024, 1:03 AM IST

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Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announced in the House on Tuesday that action against the contractor responsible for the Pernem landslides will be decided after inspection reports, including those by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), are completed and reviewed.

Pernem MLA Pravin Arlekar raised concerns about the recent flooding and landslides in the Pernem constituency. He highlighted the difficulties faced by locals and commuters due to these events. Arlekar called for an inquiry into the landslides on NH 66, which caused significant damage and inconvenience to the public.

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Govt mulls mandatory registration of ‘bouncers’, plans to introduce bill

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Published Jul 17, 2024, 1:02 AM IST

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PANAJIThe government plans to introduce a new bill that will mandate the registration of personal bouncers, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announced on Tuesday. Speaking in the House, Chief Minister Sawant highlighted the lack of recognition for bouncers and stressed the need for their proper registration.This new legislation aims to regulate the profession and ensure that bouncers are officially recognised and registered. The bill will address current gaps in the system,…