No excuse for elder abuse
The viral video showing a senior citizen being assaulted by his son and daughter-in-law in Betalbatim has rightly sparked outrage across Goa. It has also brought the issue of elder abuse back into the spotlight, with many demanding that such acts be treated as serious criminal offences rather than dismissed as private family matters. Sadly, there have been several instances of elderly parents being neglected, mistreated or abandoned, some
Stop illegal tree felling
The recent large-scale felling of hundreds of trees in Sattari is deeply worrying and raises serious concerns about the protection of Goa’s forests. Such incidents remind us of how illegal logging can cause lasting damage to the environment while benefiting only a few. Although the Goa government has often stressed...
Free bus travel for PwDs must be enforced
Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), also known as Divyangjan, continue to be denied free bus travel in Goa despite government announcements and social media claims. The government’s promise of free travel has raised doubts about whether it is a genuine welfare measure or merely an election promise. PwDs in Goa are...
Dreadful end to a bull fight
A bullfight (dhirio) allegedly occurred on Benaulim beach, and the bull that was vanquished seems to have lost its senses, became ashamed, went berserk, ran into the raging sea, and lost its life. How were the powers that be unaware of the show on display in an open space, attended...
Floating jetties must withstand harsh weather
The Goa government’s decision to install floating jetties across the State aims to improve infrastructure for traditional fishermen. Floating jetties offer advantages over conventional ones as they require no permanent concrete foundations, are quicker to install, cost-effective, and can adjust to changing water levels. However, recent incidents have raised concerns...
