The 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) organized by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, NFDC and the Government of Goa through ESG is being held in the state from November 20 to 28. More than 6,507 delegates have reportedly registered for IFFI. It is learnt that free transport services will be provided for delegates travelling between the festival venues. Simultaneously the decennial Exposition of the Relics of St Francis Xavier is being held at Old Goa from November 21 to January 5. This event takes place once in every ten years, unlike the IFFI which is held every year. Devotees and visitors from all over India and across the globe will be descending on the state to witness the Exposition. It would be in the fitness of things for the government to provide free transport services from Panaji city to Old Goa during the the Exposition. If KTC buses can be sent to the neighbouring state during May 2023 election, and free bus service during IFFI, why can’t some Kadamba buses be put into service to provide free transport during the Exposition?
