This has reference to the news report "Creation of third district in final stages" TGE January 9. The proposal of adding another district comprising Canacona, Sangem, Dharbandora and Quepem does not augur well for further division of the state although the decision aims to improve administration and promote development in these hinterland areas. Goa being a small state and adding another district could lead to more bureaucracy and potential inefficiencies. The current setup has been working well, and sometimes, less is more, when it comes to governance. It’s a balancing act between improving local administration and avoiding unnecessary complexity. Prior to this move, there was a proposal for inclusion of Sawantwadi and adjoining border areas including Dodamarg which was subsequently watered down. It’s really a complex issue as politics is indeed a game of numbers and balancing efficient administration with political considerations remains always a challenge. In the final analysis, streamlining the existing setup can be more effective in addressing key issues rather than just increasing the number of administrative units.
