The Chief Minister narrowly missed being involved in a major accident when a car driven by an alleged drunk driver nearly hit the convoy. The incident occurred on June 11 night near Amona when the CM was proceeding to his Sanquelim residence. Five passengers were caught while the driver absconded but was later caught. He turned out to be a head constable. No FIR, fines or penalties (TGE, June 14, 2026). There is another account that the deputy collector let them off after obtaining a signed bond for ‘good behaviour!’. If true, why this kid glove treatment for an alleged drunk cop who was suspended in the past for his brushes with the law? The cops seem to be forgiving and understanding with their own but go overboard with other drunken drivers (locals and tourists). A few days back some cops zealously filed an FIR against a young student who apparently dumped cardboard boxes on the side of a road. Being shamed by social media and intense quizzing by cops, the youngster sadly shot himself in his house. There appears to be a case of different yardsticks for those in power and those who are not or do not have influence.
