Team Goemkarponn
PANAJI: The Goa unit of the Congress party has launched a sharp attack on the state government, alleging a serious breakdown in law and order following the release of recent National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) figures.
According to the opposition, the latest data indicates that Goa recorded 105 rape cases and 19 FIRs related to stalking in 2024, a statistic that reportedly places the state among those with the highest crime rate against women in the country. The Congress has described these numbers as deeply concerning and reflective of deteriorating public safety.
Amarnath Panjikar, who heads the Media and Communication Department of the Goa Pradesh Congress Committee, said the figures expose what he termed as a failure of governance under the current administration led by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant. He argued that the situation on the ground contradicts repeated government claims about women empowerment and effective administration.
Panjikar further alleged that instead of prioritising policing and justice delivery, the government has been focusing more on publicity efforts and promotional campaigns. He claimed this approach has done little to address rising concerns about women’s security in the state.
He also stated that growing crime levels have created fear among citizens, particularly women, and suggested that public confidence in the law enforcement system is weakening.
The Congress leader called for urgent corrective steps, including stronger policing measures, quicker legal processes in cases involving crimes against women, and improved accountability within the administration responsible for maintaining public order.
The party has reiterated that it will continue to raise the issue until effective action is taken to ensure a safer environment for women in Goa.
