Calangute MLA Michael Lobo’s birthday was not a grand affair this year but the mercurial politician had his moment under the sun in a makeshift pandal outside his residence in Parra.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant along with BJP President Sadanand Tanavde and some MLAs made it a point to visit their “good friend” and also took part in cake cutting and singing the birthday song.
When all the formalities were over, the microphone was finally handed over to the CM for the customary “don uttram” when everyone were ears up.
In his brief speech the good dotor said Michael was his very close friend as both entered the legislative assembly in 2012 and although he (Michael) had a brief interlude he was back to his roots.
Throwing a glance at Michael’s supporters, the CM with his typical broad smile said, “Michaelak bhuipachi garaz nam...Ache din anewala he...” and also added that Michael will get all the support and all his works will be done.
Well, we don’t know whether those two key phrases “ “bhuipachi garaz nam”...“Ache din anewala he” will actually translate into a cabinet berth, something that Michael and his supporters must be just hoping for.
Let’s wait and watch.
