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Don’t get fooled by manifestos


Every political party in fray promises the moon to enhance the degree of Goa's paradise. These are neither backed by sworn affidavits or oaths to hold them accountable. 

Manifestos to be taken seriously must indicate year-wise past schemes or projects achieved. Similarly the parties must declare year-wise what will be delivered and how. 

Schemes, projects will have to be backed by financial resources and legislative provisions. Any promises beyond the term of Assembly is hogwash.

The parties which have been ruling in the past have not adhered to their  manifestos. They cannot be trusted.

AAP is only party so far that has categorically declared that if they fault on their promises of time-bound delivery, not to vote them again. That is a fair challenge of accountability with determination and responsibility and can be considered. 

Hence it is wise not be enamored by grand manifestos, as none will refer to them once elections are over and will be confined to archives to be retrieved  and modified.


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