PANAJI
Former minister Govind Gaude lost no time in staking claim to contest elections in Priol constituency and in doing so, also became the first candidate in the State to submit his nomination papers.
Gaude filed his nomination as the BJP candidate before the returning officer for Priol constituency, on the first day of filing of nominations. “I am the first candidate to file nomination in the State on this auspicious day and I thank the almighty for giving me this opportunity,” said Gaude.
A number of sarpanchas, deputy sarpanchas, panch members and BJP booth committee members were present to support Gaude.
After filing his nomination, Gaude said he is confident of winning elections a second time with a record number of votes.
