Goemkarponn desk
PORVORIM: The house unanimously passed the private member resolution moved by Cuncolim MLA Yuri Alemao demanding “The Chieftains of Cuncolim” be introduced at the appropriate stage in the school and college curriculum.
The private resolution was supported unanimously in the house and passed without hindrance.
“This private member resolution has been accepted, and it will be introduced by making certain corrections that is the line historical facts to be taught without fanning xenophobia of any facts will be removed,” said CM Sawant.
He further said that Chieftain Martyrs laid their lives for the cause of ‘Dev, Desh and Dharma’ during the revolt.
“They fought against the cruel Portuguese regime. We take inspiration from them and are committed to working for the State and the people,” he added.
MLA Yuri Alemao has recommended that the contents of “The Chieftains of Cuncolim” be introduced at the appropriate stage in the school and college curriculum consequent to the decision of the Government of Goa to celebrate 15th July 1583 (Cuncolim Revolt) as the National War Memorial Day.
“The deeds of courage, valiant struggle and sacrifices of Goans and especially the people of Cuncolim should be learnt and taught as part of Goa’s Political struggle against colonial powers strictly as historical facts without fanning xenophobia of any kind,” he said.
