Valentine, known as the patron saint of love and young people, was a Roman priest and martyr who defied Emperor Claudius II by secretly marrying couples to prevent men from going to war. This led to his execution on February 14, circa 270 AD. Whilst details are mixed with legend, he was a real figure and a church was built over his grave on the via Flaminia in Rome. Valentine’s Day needs to be celebrated. A nation that wants to be a Vishwaguru superpower preaching Vasudeiva Kutumbakum and a democracy with unity in diversity cannot persist with hate speeches and divisiveness at home. In Goa our CM was interviewed by a national magazine's correspondent in Panaji on Valentine’s Day. He was asked about alleged Hinduisation of Goa, law and order, corruption, Arpora fire and illegal constructions, taxi mafia and finally how he will make sure the interests of people of Goa and their State are protected. The CM answered all positively. Goa will be truly blessed if he walks the talk!
