VASCO
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Goa on Saturday evening sparked a wave of excitement and enthusiasm among the people, as tens of thousands eagerly awaited his arrival at Sancoale.
* The venue was tightly secured by police personnel, with several gates designated for entry, including separate access for VVIPs.
* The event saw the presence of numerous VVIP guests, including ministers, former and current MLAs, chairpersons of municipalities, sarpanchas of Panchayats, further adding to the grandeur of the occasion.
* All roads leading to the venue experienced delays due to heavy police deployment and the blocking of traffic during VVIP visits, including the arrival of PM Modi's convoy.
* Despite these logistical challenges, the atmosphere inside the venue was electric, with anticipation building as the Prime Minister was to take the stage.
* Among the various speakers at the meeting included Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, Ministers Vishwajit Rane, Sudin Dhavalikar, Mauvin Godinho, both BJP candidates Shripad Naik and Pallavi Dempo.
* Given the close proximity of the venue at Sancoale to the Dabolim airport, the crowds could clearly see PM’s plane landing at the airport and began chanting slogans. A few minutes later, the PM arrived at the venue.
* As PM Modi appeared before the crowd, the enthusiasm reached a crescendo, with chants and slogans filling the air.
* The audience greeted PM Modi's arrival with a display of unity, as several thousands of people illuminated the venue with torchlights from their mobile phones, creating a spectacular sight at the venue.
* On stage, PM Modi was joined by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, BJP State President Sadanand Shet Tanavade, both BJP candidates Shripad Naik and Pallavi Dempo, ministers and MLAs, creating a powerful image of political unity and leadership.
* After every speaker addressed the gathering, a Dhol-Tasha performed briefly by the side of the stage, adding to the atmosphere.
* Several power generators were in place to power the lighting, sound system, giant LED screens and other electrical equipment at the venue. Elaborate arrangements were also in place to ensure smooth movement of people to and from the venue.
