Goons and goondagiri, they say, often thrive under the protective wings of their political godfathers. Their zones of influence can be telling — giving insight into where their loyalties lie and to whom they are beholden. Against this backdrop, the growing demand from civil society and the political class to name the mastermind behind the dastardly attack on Ramabab Kankonkar becomes all the more significant — especially when all members of the attacking gang hail from North Goa. A question worth asking: Who’s protecting these goons, and why?
Tribal groups join activists, politicians in Panaji protest
Guess who joined the social activists and politicians at Azad Maidan, Panaji, to protest the brutal assault on activist Ramabab Kankonkar? Alongside well-known faces, it was members of the United Tribal Association Alliance (UTAA), led by Prakashbab Velip, who turned up in support — demanding swift action against those behind the cowardly attack. Leader of UTAA besides other tribal organisations such as GAKUVED came to express their solidarity with Ramabab — a fellow tribal leader. This may indeed be a talking point in ruling BJP circles. You know why.
CM silent as Sports Minister says he reluctantly joined Cabinet
What does Chief Minister Pramodbab Sawant have to say about the repeated public statements made by Sports Minister Rameshbab Tawadkar suggesting he wasn’t keen on joining the Cabinet in the first place? The Canacona MLA appears to suggest that the party thrust the ministerial position upon him, despite his reluctance to take over the reins. And, that he finally accepted the post in party’s interest. Interesting, isn’t it, especially when several Congress turncoats and BJP MLAs are eagerly waiting in the wings for a Cabinet slot.
Tawadkar-Gaude rift puts BJP in spot of bother
State BJP President Damubab Naik may find himself in a spot of bother as ST leaders within the party — including a Minister and an MLA — wash their dirty linen in public. The verbal spat between Sports Minister Rameshbab Tawadkar and his predecessor Govindbab Gaude has raised eyebrows and questions about internal discipline in a party that prides itself on order. Tawadkar’s fiery response to Gaude even prompted the media to ask: Did the Sports Minister consult the party leadership before going public? Is the BJP’s internal unity starting to show signs of strain? Questions indeed remain unanswered.
Roads, bridges, and reels: Kamat’s first month in focus
It’s been just about a month since Margao MLA Digambarbab Kamat returned to power after a long hiatus of 13 years — and he’s already made quite a splash in the media, especially on social media. From reels to photographs, the PWD Minister’s visits and inspections of ongoing infrastructure projects across the State are all over the digital space. Whether it’s roads, bridges, or public utilities, his movements are being meticulously documented and shared. Don’t be surprised if Digambarbab Kamat soon earns the title of the “Minister on the Move.” A question worth asking: Is this renewed visibility part of a larger political comeback — or simply a sign of a minister eager to deliver results? Wait and watch.
