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Team Goemkarponn NIRANKHAL: A Mega Health Camp cum Health Awareness Programme, titled ‘Health for All – An Education Outreach Initiative for the Well-being of the Kathkari Community,’ was successfully conducted in Nirankhal on 15th March 2025, ensuring vital healthcare access to over 100 residents of the Kathkari community. The initiative was led by the Education Outreach Sub-Committee under Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, Goa University, in collaboration with Directorate of Health Services (PHC Shiroda), Human Touch Foundation, and National Forensic Science University (NFSU), Goa Campus, Ponda. The camp aimed to bridge healthcare gaps by providing free medical consultations, awareness sessions, and essential…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Francis Coelho, General Secretary (Communications), Aam Aadmi Party Goa, strongly criticized the recently presented Goa State Budget 2025-26, calling it “an outright betrayal of ordinary Goans, favoring corporate interests, builders, and politically connected contractors while neglecting essential services infrastructure, and community welfare.” Highlighting hidden clauses promoting privatization, Coelho pointed out, “The BJP government secretly amended land-use regulations, converting over 26 lakh sq.m. of eco-sensitive land for real estate, severely compromising Goa’s environment. The Deposit Refund Scheme introduced stealthily will unjustly burden Goan consumers and enrich a single out-of-state corporation.” He condemned the blatant favoritism towards mega-corporations, stating,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Questioning the government’s apathy towards rising cases of crime against women in the state, President of Goa Pradesh Mahila Congress (GPMC) Dr. Pratisksha Khalap has demanded allocation of funds for women’ safety. Addressing a press conference on Friday along with the party’s executive member Adv Lavinia Da Costa and GPMC General Secretary Liberata Madeira, Khalap also sought details of how many rape victims were assisted by the One Stop Centres. “In 2024, 365 cases of crime against women were reported, which means an average of one case a day. In 2023, there were 288 cases. Apart from…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In a significant move to bolster the state’s security apparatus, Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant recently flagged off a fleet of two-wheeler scooters for the Goa Traffic Police. This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency and mobility of the police force in the picturesque coastal state. The event also saw the induction of explosive-sniffer canines from Belgium’s Malinois breed and the deployment of vehicles for both the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) and the Dog Squad. The ceremony was attended by Director General of Police Shri Alok Kumar and other senior police officials in Goa. By…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Stating healthcare advancements are a priority, Health Minister Vishwajit Rane recently convened a meeting with key officials from the Goa Medical College (GMC). The discussion, held with GMC Dean Prof. Dr. S. M. Bandekar, Dr. Rajesh Patil, and the dedicated staff of the Department of Cardiology, centered on expanding the cardiology department. This strategic move aims to address the rising number of patients by enhancing care capabilities across three units. The initiative underscores a commitment to bringing innovative treatments that improve patient outcomes, aligning with the Goa government’s mission to provide top-tier healthcare services to its residents.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa Pradesh Congress Committee (GPCC) President Amit Patkar, along with North Goa District President Virendra Shirodkar, South Goa District President Savio Dsilva, AICC In-charge Manikrao Thakare Dr. Anjali Nimbalkar, met AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge at his residence in Delhi. During the meeting, key discussions were held on strengthening the Congress party at the grassroots level in Goa, with a strategic focus on preparing for the upcoming ZP elections later this year and 2027 Assembly elections. The leadership emphasized the need for organizational expansion, active engagement with the people, and mobilization of party workers to counter the ruling…

Team Goemkarponn CALANGUTE: In a vibrant display of political solidarity, Dr. Pramod Sawant, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa, brought together BJP karyakartas from the Calangute constituency for a significant gathering. This event, held recently, saw the presence of prominent figures including MLA Michael Lobo, BJP Goa President Damu Naik, and BJP North Goa District President Dayanand Karbotkar. At the heart of his address, CM Sawant praised MLA Michael Lobo for his relentless efforts in driving development projects within the constituency. “People shouldn’t worry about Michael Lobo getting a ministry, for that my party & myself are there. I’m with…