MAPUSA
“We need to be proud Goans and we need to protect our Goa. To do that we will have to protect our Konkani and that is why we should not be Englishman,” Parrikar said.
The defence minister was speaking at a function at Parra, near Mapusa, where he was felicitated by Padma Shree and educationist, Suresh Amonkar on Sunday evening.
Chief Minister Laxmikant Parsekar, Deputy Chief Minister Francis D’Souza, Calangute MLA Michael Lobo were also present.
The defence minister said Goan parents should be made aware that education in mother tongue is crucial.
“I am sure if quality education is provided either in Konkani or Marathi parents won’t shy away from tutoring their wards in mother tongue,” he said.
