THURSDAY, 27 AUGUST 2026

Comunidade lands must be leased to Goans only

I was shocked to see the Comunidade of Serula  of Bardez taluka putting up a plot on survey no 362/1 for lease auction bidding to a person, who is definitely not of Goan origin. The comunidade land system is a unique legacy of land rights/management for Goans and is vital  for Goan heritage and related preservation. With passing of such prized land to people not of Goan origin; is this not detrimental to Goan and its identity. With an all out assault on Goan scarce land by real estate entities from outside Goa helped by a highly compromised/corrupt BJP Goa government, we expect at least the comunidades to help in the preservation and proper use of Goa’s land for Goan interests. Can I please requests the gaunkars of Serula comunidade to ensure where required this land can only be leased to Goans or community projects for Goa’s interests. All gaunkars/comunidades in Goa are also requested to do the same.



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Service extensions to some amount to favouritism

KG VILOP, Chorao
Published Jan 27, 2026, 7:01 PM IST
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Even though the High Court had criticised the government for repeatedly granting extensions, urging it to bring in younger officers, concerns are raised about fairness, lack of transparency, and hindering the career progression of other deserving officers. In another case, to appoint the retired AE on contract basis has raised questions over adherence to judicial directions.  The contract appointment proposal was earlier rejected by CS. Many petitions has been filed…

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