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State govt must apologise for Mopa airport incident

The controversial signboard that was earlier displayed near the ladies and gents washrooms at the Manohar International Airport featuring a picture of the world famous Basilica of Bom Jesus, Old Goa was finally removed after citizens/netizens raised an alarm and complained that it hurt their religious sentiments.

Now, under whose instruction was that particular signboard displayed in the washroom at the Manohar International Airport at Mopa? And why with a picture of the Basilica of Bom Jesus? 

The right thing for the government to do now will be to issue an unconditional apology. The incident has hurt the religious sentiments of many people.


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Chinchinim traffic junction needs attention

Nelson Lopes, Chinchinim
Published Apr 21, 2023, 11:48 PM IST
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The dangers posed to commuters and pedestrians at the traffic junction in Chinchinim is yet to be resolved. The traffic cell under direction from the Deputy Collector had taken note of dangers posed to students and church goers at Chinchinim. A survey was taken two months back to install sign boards, zebra crossings, no parking boards and speed breakers.A serious accidents had taken place at that junction just before inspection. The delay in implementing suggestions is not…

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