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What about Colva’s illegalities?

I consider it a positive step that the High Court is taking action on about 179 illegal structures at Arambol via suo moto action by the judiciary.  

Can I request the High Court to do the same at Colva, where, despite repeated complaints/follow-ups by NGOs/Individuals, the concerned authorities, including the GCZMA and the local panchayat, seem to encourage and turn a blind eye?  

The cost of addressing these illegalities should be recovered from the violators, in addition to imposing very severe penalties. May I also request that those in authority who are allowing such illegalities should also be punished by the law.  


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National Games: Minister’s aspirations do not meet reality

Adelmo Fernandes, Vasco
Published Nov 9, 2023, 1:21 AM IST
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Goa is ready to be a permanent host for National games if the center gives due financial support according to the state Sports Minister. However, hosting the 37th National Games in the state left a lot to be desired. There were several hiccups. During the inaugural function the acoustics failure not only muffled the sound of musicians and singers like Sukhwinder Singh and Hema Sardesai but also left many angry and frustrated because they could not properly hear the speech of…

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