Many of my friends and colleagues, including newspaper editors based in Panaji, have written in their publications that the city is deteriorating. They say that instead of being treated like a gem, Panaji is now in such bad shape that it feels almost beyond repair.
Some writers have even suggested that Panaji should be permanently closed, and a new capital city should be built outside its jurisdiction. While relocating government offices to ease the city’s burden might help, I believe the better solution is to preserve and revive the unique charm of Panaji’s everyday life. We Panjimites have a deep affection for our city, and it’s not just us”foreign visitors also love to include a day in Panaji in their plans. For many, a trip to Goa feels incomplete without a visit to Panaji.
Let us come together to save Panaji and bring back the beautiful riverside ambience that makes it special. The city offers so much within a short distance: beaches, greenery, trees, beautiful historical homes, and scenic spots”from the heights of Altinho to the shores of Campal. If we repair the basic infrastructure and manage traffic properly, locals can enjoy their city again, and tourists will keep coming back.
