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From trees to power: 'Monkey business' must be tackled

This refers to 'Monkey trouble echoes in House; Cuncolim MLA seeks govt response' (TGE - July 26, 2025). It must have been fun to witness the discussion in the Assembly on the monkeys creating havoc with the residents of Cuncolim and nearby villages, ransacking rooftop farms. Really distressing scenario, witnessing the fruits of one's labour being destroyed in this manner.

This monkey business needs to be taken seriously and tackled with urgency and sincerity, not just with regard to monkeys, but also the monkey business prevalent in other areas like human-animal conflict, business dealings, other institutions, etc. We have had enough of this monkey business and one needs to be true to himself.

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The Great Assembly Show: Just drama, no governance

VIKAS SAWKAR via email
Published Jul 27, 2025, 12:54 AM IST
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Assembly sessions appear to be tiatr or drama. Ruling party MLAs themselves are raising the issue of garbage, security etc. Their duty is to look after all the things that are beneficial to the public. Only passing statements is nothing but an eyewash to show that they raised the issue but the govt has not done anything. Are they part of the ruling party or not? So all things are a pastime and entertainment. Enjoy.

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