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Double standards in flogging dynastic rule

Double standards in the flogging of dynastic rule has outlived outbursts and hype. In Goa elected couples like Lobos,  Monserrates, Ranes  are glaring  faces in the ruling party fold.  Sons, wives, daughters, brothers, sisters, cousins are in droves in all States in the country. Those who are  barren, divorced, bachelors or spinsters  cannot think of dynasty. It cannot be selectively applied  to any single political family  to drive an outdated point. It is for the voters to reject those politicians as it is their choice. The law of anti-defection, power of recall, maximum  two terms for MLAs/ MPs  also to hold positions, corruption drive against all and disproportionate assets is what is paramount.  Wake up politicians,  have something more positive  to utter to the electorate.




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Action needed against illegal slums throughout State

ARWIN MESQUITA, Colva
Published Sep 4, 2023, 7:02 PM IST
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The normal tendency with Village Panchayats and the administration in Goa is to act only after a tragedy strikes.  This is exactly what happened in Calangute where they announced that the illegal slums will be removed only after the fire which destroyed numerous huts. Why was this action of removing 'zopadpattis' not taken earlier by the Calangute Panchayat?On the same lines I would like to point out that similar illegal slums (including renting out to tenants) are…

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