Kudos for supporting public-interest issues
I am a regular reader of your esteemed newspaper. Occasionally, I write about social issues that come to my notice, with the hope that the concerned authorities will take appropriate corrective action. My write-up on the possibility of water scarcity was published in The Goan’s “Perspective” column on Sunday, October 4. The article was based on my observation of water leaking continuously from three water chambers in Marcel, Goa. To...
Transparency in electoral admin is non-negotiable
Apropos the news report 'SC to annul EC's decisions not backed by unanimity' (October 6, 2026). The Supreme Court's decision to examine Election Commission rulings that lack unanimous backing is a timely check on concentrated power. When a single official can alter electoral rolls or approve Form 6 modifications without...
Election strategy of AAP seems flawed
I appreciate various things Aam Aadmi Party is doing in Goa including some good work by the 2 MLAs but I have strong objections about the way they are going about with their 2027 Goa Election strategy. I also have issues with Congress Party and Goa forward but given the...
Tough steps needed to tackle drinking water woes
With the annual rainfall deficit in Goa around 33% , and our reservoirs just about full but not overflowing, there is every possibility of a drinking water scarcity even before we reach the summer months. Maharashtra govt has already ordered a 10% cut in drinking water in all Municipalities from...
SC must annul illegal poll panel decisions
The Supreme Court’s decision to examine decisions of the Election Commission (EC) and annul those found contrary to law is a welcome step. The Court has also issued notices to the Centre and the poll panel over allegations that several decisions were taken without the approval of both commissioners. Its...
