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Politicos extend support to Archbishop’s call

OLD GOA

Politicos came out in support of the strong statements of Archbishop Filipe Neri Ferrao when he bluntly told authorities concerned not to encourage illegalities in heritage sites at Old Goa and to preserve the monuments.

Speaking to reporters, Waste Management Minister Michael Lobo said he supports the statement of the Archbishop and said Old Goa should be preserved for the future generations.

“Action has come after I was one of the first ministers to raise the issue,” said Lobo and informed that the demolition process could be expedited.

Benaulim MLA Churchhill Alemao also extended his support to the statement of the Archbishop and said that the structure needs to be demolished and all those who have allowed the illegalities to happen be put behind bars.

Stating that the demand of the people is genuine that the structure should be demolished, Goa Forward supremo Vijai Sardesai said he extends his support to the hunger strike. 

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Heritage lovers welcome Bishop’s strong message

THE GOAN NETWORK
Published Dec 4, 2021, 12:01 AM IST
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OLD GOAHeritage lovers have welcomed the strong message delivered by Archbishop Filipe Neri Ferrao at the Feast Mass of St Francis Xavier.Welcoming the statement, Aruna Wagh said, “I welcome the statement and am highly overwhelmed and emotional that the highest authority of the Church in Goa has taken cognisance of the case and stood by the heritage village of Old Goa.”On his part, activist Anthony D’Silva said the archbishop’s message will serve as a perfect boost for…

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