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Vote keeping Goa in mind


The 2022 Goa Assembly elections will be path-breaking in more ways than one. Goa is at the crossroads and these elections will most probably decide which way the state will be heading in future. 

Some leaders have even compared these elections to a second 'Opinion Poll'. Be that as it may, it will all depend on how the Goan electorate votes. 

In the past, voters have fallen prey to various gifts, allurements and promises made by political parties. The citizens need to vote wisely this time keeping in mind the future of the State. 

It is understood that women voters outnumber the male. Hence women voters could be the deciding factor in these elections. Young and first-time voters will also play an important role. 

Everyone needs to vote with Goa in mind. Otherwise future generations will never forgive us. Goans will prosper only if Goa is governed by leaders who have the future of the state at heart. Hopefully Goan electorate has now matured and will not be lured by freebies.


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