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Question politicians on fake promises


With elections round the corner, political parties are trying their best to corrupt the people and bribe voters by assuring free water and electricity to Goans for now. 

As the election date approaches the manifestos will promise even more. They will suggest various benefits and amenities with latest technology and other sophisticated development.

Many of us will think about it as a benefit for the future of Goa, falling prey to their fake promises. However, we need to realise these promises were promised before and are still left unfulfilled. For instance, one major promise quite common is the repair and maintenance of roads.

The fact that every Goan needs to digest is that access to water, electricity and proper roads etc are basic essentials and politics should not intervene. 

When these parties come to your doorstep asking for vote question them back on what they did the whole tenure when they were given the power and opportunity to do so. 

If one is content one should definitely vote for the respective party and if not then one needs to think who would really help in ensuring a change for the betterment of Goa and citizens of India.


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