Goa has recently seen two bureaucrats make headlines ” Rajesh Naik, Chief Town Planner, and Kashinath Shetye, Executive Engineer of the Power Department. Both have served the state, but their approaches differ significantly. Naik's tenure, though revenue-generating, has sparked controversy due to his role in facilitating land conversions in ecologically sensitive areas. Public protests and growing dissent highlight concerns over his development policies that often appear to favour revenue over environmental integrity. In contrast, Shetye's work stands out for its efficiency and public-mindedness. His efforts to remove hazardous overhead cables and recover dues from cable operators reflect a strong sense of responsibility. Praised by residents and activists alike, Shetye exemplifies how bureaucracy can serve both administrative efficiency and public welfare.
While both have contributed to Goa, it is Shetye’s transparent and people-first approach that truly sets an example. Bureaucracy must serve the public”and Shetye proves it can.
