As the Congress was gripped by a leadership tangle last week, questions are being raised as to how news of Girishbab Chodankar’s return made it into the public domain even before a formal appointment order was issued by the High Command. Some sources suggest that Girishbab was reportedly told to inform local party leaders about his appointment. For, the premature leak gave the rival faction ample time to launch a counter-offensive to stall the appointment, at least for the moment. Many questions indeed remain unanswered.
Cong banks on ‘Captain factor’ as AAP set to go solo in ZP polls
While it is now becoming increasingly clear that the Aam Aadmi Party will contest the upcoming Zilla Panchayat polls solo, local Congress leaders are expected to bank on a crucial element — the Captain Viriato factor. Many in the party expect the South Goa MP to spearhead the Congress campaign, particularly in Saxttidom, where nine Zilla Panchayat seats are at stake. Many Congress workers across the Salcete countryside are hopeful that the ex-Naval officer will launch a successful surgical strike on the opposition, boosting the party’s prospects. Wait and watch.
Rumblings in Salcete hint at brewing political storm
Is a political storm brewing in the Salcete countryside, especially along the coastal belt? Reports emerging from Saxttidom suggest that a storm is indeed on the horizon, with a potential landfall expected in the coming week. Where exactly the storm will originate and who it might impact remains unknown for now. One thing is certain — it’s election season, and political storms are not uncommon, especially in Saxtti. Wait and watch.
Vijai questions Kejriwal’s Raia visit after local leaders join GFP
During the weekend, Goa Forward chief Vijaibab Sardesai questioned the purpose behind Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvindbai Kejriwal’s visit to Raia, especially when local leaders — including those from the ST community — had just joined the Goa Forward Party earlier in the week. In fact, Vijaibab openly asked whether there’s anything left for AAP in Raia after former Sarpanch Luisbab Quadros and his supporters embraced his party. If sources are to be believed, AAP had been courting Luisbab and his team to join their fold before Vijaibab managed to bring them over. Any questions?
Reginaldo’s Bahrain trip on birthday raises eyebrows
Curtorim Independent MLA Reginaldbab Lourenco will not be available for friends and well-wishers at his residence when he celebrates his birthday on Sunday. For, the coalition partner of the ruling BJP dispensation is presently holed up in the Gulf country Bahrain. Sources informed that Reginaldbab along with former Art and Culture Minister Govindbab Gaude had gone to Bahrain to participate in the Goa Day celebrations. Back home, their presence abroad has raised quite a few eyebrows. However, Reginaldbab has attempted to silence critics by stating that the invitation to attend the event was extended several months ago. Any questions?
