VASCO
The heritage Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) building has been restored to its former glory after a major renovation project.
The renovated building was inaugurated on Tuesday evening by Panchayats Minister Mauvin Godinho in the presence of Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar, MMC Chairperson Girish Borker, municipal councillors, and other dignitaries.
Speaking to reporters, Godinho highlighted Vasco’s transformation over the years.
“Vasco was once the best-planned city, but over time, it lost its charm. However, in the last five years, things have started changing. The government has invested significantly in renovating this heritage MMC building, bringing it back to its old glory,” said Godinho.
He also assured that the Vasco bus stand project would be taken up soon.
Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar said though the initial cost of the project was Rs 10 crore, it later escalated to Rs 15 crore.
“The government, however, continued to back the project. Today, we have a neat and clean building that restores the pride of Vasco,” said Salkar.
“People of Mormugao Taluka have a deep emotional connection with this building. Soon, the Deputy Collector’s office and other government offices will shift back here, offering convenience to citizens by bringing multiple departments under one roof.”
MMC Chairperson Girish Borker said the MMC building has been renovated after nearly 100 years. Former MMC chairperson Nandadeep Raut also shared his pride on the completion of the project.
