Minister for Jal Shakti, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Shri Giriraj Singh, has recognized North Goa and South Goa districts as ‘Har Ghar Jal’ certified districts today at the Swachh Bharat Diwas .
CM PAYS HOMAGE TO MAHATMA GANDHI
GOVERNOR EXTENDS DURGA PUJA GREETINGS
Governor of Goa, Shri P.S. Sreedharan Pillai has conveyed his heartiest greetings and warm wishes to the people of Goa on the festive occasion of Durga Puja,
In a message to the people, he said Durga Puja is the worship of the supreme source of all powers –Maa Durga. The nine days celebrations are dedicated to the workship of Maa Durga in various “Avataras”.
The celebrations are marked by joy, victory and grandeur. It marks the bringing together of family members, relatives and neighbours and helps in strengthening the bonds of amity, unity, social solidarity and cultural integration.
This festival signifies the triumph of good over evil and conveys the message that all of us should strive to remove the evils afflicting society and pave the way for peace and happiness.
He concluded saying that, on this joyous occasion, let us pledge to enrich our lives with spiritually and enlightenment. May the celebrations of Durga Puja this year bring renewed peace, prosperity and happiness to one and all.
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GOVERNOR EXTENDS GANDHI JAYANTI GREETINGS
Governor of Goa Shri. P. S. Sreedharan Pillai, in his message has said that on this very important occasion of Gandhi Jayanti and “International Day of Non Violence”, we remember with profound reverence and deep gratitude Mahatma Gandhi, Father of Nation on his birth anniversary.
The Governor adds, Gandhiji was on e of the greatest freedom fighter the world has ever known. The nation is eternally indebted to Gandhiji who is responsible for the freedom of India through employment of unique tools of truth, love, non –violence in the freedom struggle against British Imperialism. He is a global icon who has inspired countless leaders across the length and breadth of the world. His universal ideas continue to inspire us even today. The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan currently in progress is inspired by Gandhian values of cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation. As a freedom fighter, social reformer and spiritual guide Gandhiji remains a great source of inspiration for a rejuvenated India.
On this occasion, I would like to encourage all individuals and organizations to join hands to offer special prayers and propagate Gandhiji’s eternal values, principles and philosophy. The rich tributes that we pay today to Mahatma Gandhi should inspire many many generations in the future and deepen our commitment to realize the dreams of Mahatma Gandhi, Governor concludes.
GOA TRAFFIC POLICE STEPS UP ENFORCEMENT DRIVE
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CM LAYS FOUNDATION STONE FOR HOSTEL FACILITY FOR STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Chief Minister, Dr. Pramod Sawant today laid the virtual foundation stone for Hostel Facility for Students with Special Needs at Khorlim, Mapusa of Aastha’s Anand Niketan (School for Differently Abled Children).
Speaking on the occasion, he assured that all expenses or grants required for maintaining the hostel after its completion will be borne by the Government. 100% grants will be provided by the Government to run this hostel, he added.
He reiterated Government’s commitment to constantly work and provide all the required facilities to Special Children schools in Goa. He also announced that he will personally provide donations to Aastha’s Anand Niketan Soustha and urged all the donors to come forward to provide donations to complete the project at the earliest. We should come forward to endow with Donations to such institutions to help such institutions to march forward with new ideas and goals, he added.
Speaking further, Dr. Pramod Sawant appreciated all the organizations which provide comprehensive services to the differently abled Children’s all over the State and said teachers and all the management committees efforts and the relentless work in providing education for children with a special educational needs or disability is praiseworthy.
CM also felicitated the patrons on the occasion.
Dy. Speaker, Shri Joshua D’souza, Bicholim MLA, Dr. Chandrakanth Shetye, Commissioner of Goa State Disability Commission, Shri Guruprasad Pawaskar, MMC, Chairperson, Smt. Shubhangi Vaigankar & other dignitaries were present
DRY DAY ON OCT 2
All the liquor licences of the State of Goa and the public are informed that all the premises for sale of liquor through packed bottles and for consumption shall remain closed on account of Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti i.e. on October 2, 20022, as informed by the Department of Information and Publicity.
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ENTRY PROHIBITED
District Magistrate, North Goa has prohibited entry and plying of Heavy Commercial Vehicles (Multi Axle Vehicles) from the routes Dattawadi, Sankhali junction to the end of Goa State border on the Goa-Belagavi State Highway No. 1 on the Chorla Ghat, from (PHC) Sankhali junction to end of the Goa State border On State Highway No. 1 on Chorla Ghat and from Honda junction to end of the Goa State border on State Highway No.1 on Chorla Ghat, for the period up to March 19, 2023 except between 10.00 p.m. to 5.00 a.m. as informed by the Department of Information and Publicity.