Panaji: October 29, 2017 … Chief Minister Shri. Manohar Parrikar recently held series of meetings throughout the day to review high impact infrastructure works in Goa as well as in Panaji.  The Chief Minister has also formed a team within CMO to review and troubleshoot ongoing as well as proposed infrastructural projects.

A meeting was held with Director of Civil Aviation to discuss in detail the status of Mopa Airport.

Chief Minister also met the members/corporators of CCP as well as Panchayat members from Panaji constituency. Govt officials and other experts were also present during discussions on various infrastructural issues pertaining to Panaji.

Shri Sidharth Kuncalienker, Chief Mentor, Panaji Smart City Mission and Shri. Swayam Chaowdhary from AMRUT updated Chief Minister with tasks undertaken under both the central Govt missions like improvement in water supply, command and control center, bicycle sharing project, underground cabling in Panaji and Ribander as well as market, fishermen wharf, pedestrian bridge connecting Manassa and a community hall for Ribander.

In a joint meeting held with Managing Director of Waste Management Corporation Shri. Sanjith Rodrigues as well as Commissioner CCP Shri. Ajit Roy, the Chief Minister discussed issues pertaining to garbage disposal in Panaji and instructed to expedite Baiguinim plans as well as fully operationalize the facility at EDC Patto plaza, St Inez and behind Hera Petrol Pump.

Chief Minister reviewed developmental projects undertaken by PWD, Electricity and WRD in a meeting held with the concerned officials. The Chief Minister discussed various issues raised by the officials in order to smoothen power and water supply.

He instructed PWD officials to expedite work on 27MLD water treatment plant at is as well as Maisel Dam so that Panaji including area on Kadamba plateau will get more water supply before onset of summer.

The Chief Minister also held a meeting with North Goa Collector Smt. Nila Mohanan and officials from Traffic cell and discussed various ways to improve traffic management, diversions and arrangements to be done in Panaji for smooth vehicular flow as well as to prepare Panaji for upcoming Tourist season.

Panaji: OCTOBER 28, 2017  … The newly elected office bearers of Goa Panchayat Mahila Shakti Abhiyaan (GPMSA) were felicitated by Minister for Panchayat Shri. Mauvin Godhinho at the installation ceremony of the newly elected GPMSA block members organized at the Seminar Hall, Secretariat Porvorim recently.

Director of Panchayats Smt. Sandhya Kamat who was the Guest of Honour, North Goa ZP vice-president Smt. Chitra Phadte, Vice president of GPMSA Smt. Ankita Navelkar, President of GPMSA Smt. Nelly Rodrigues, Secretary Smt. Diksha Dilip Kanolkar and Treasurer Ms. Hazel Fernendes were present on the occasion.

Shri. Godinho while addressing the gathering emphasized on the need to of women empowerment. “Women have played a vital role in the society till date. They can contribute a lot towards the betterment of the society. For that, they must educate themselves and keep themselves active.” He urged the women to participate in cleanliness drives and spread awareness.

Smt. Sandhya Kamat administered the oath to the newly elected members. In her address Smt. Kamat congratulated the GPMSA team. “Women are decisive and good at management. Today they have progressed considerably and with their skills and will to learn they can achieve heights in every sector.

While addressing the gathering Smt. Nelly Rodrigues said that life is an echo hence works with responsibility. “Self-development and motivation should be your eternal aim,” she said.

          The Minister then distributed cheques to GPMSA block leaders. Smt. Ankita Navelkar gave the welcome address. Smt. Farrel Furtado compered the function while Smt. Chitra Phadte proposed a vote of thanks.

Panaji: October 27, 2017 … The Major proposed  projects  which includes AYUSH Hospital, International Cricket Stadium, Mopa Airport and Ravindra Bhavan in Pernem  and its surrounding areas will create ample job opportunities for youths in coming years disclosed Minister for Tourism Shri Manohar Azgaonkar during his visit to various villages coming under the jurisdiction of Pernem which included Oxelbag, Dadachiwadi, Bhatpawni, Mopa and Hassapur.

Shri Azgaonkar  distributed sound system equipments and also laid foundation stone for protection wall at Mopa coming the Zilla Panchayat funds which is estimated to cost Rs. 556000/-.

The Minister also inaugurated protection wall at Hassapur under the  Directorate of  Panchayat.

 Speaking on the occasion Shri Azgaonkar stated that developmental works are in full Swing in Pernem. He urged people to extend their cooperation in carrying out developmental works. He appealed to the people to derive full benefit of Government Schemes which are meant for them. He also urged the youth to acquired required skills to gain employment in the upcoming projects and become self reliant in life.

Shri.Tukaram Harmalkar, Zilla Panchayat Member while addressing the gathering informed that six numbers of sound system equipment have been distributed through Zilla Panchayat funds of which three in Dhargal, two in Poraskada  and  one in Virnorda. He said all the developmental work is aimed for the welfare of the people .

 Shri Sachin Morajkar, Junior Engineer Directorate of Panchayat, Shri Pandurang Parab,Shri. Ramesh Sawal, Zilla Panchayat Member Pernem, Former Zilla Panchayat Chairperson, Sarpanch  and Panch Member of Oxel, Dadachiwadi, Bhatpawni, Mopa and Hassapur along with others were present on the occasion.

Panaji: October 26, 2017 …  Director of Art and Culture Shri Gurudas P. Pilarnekar inaugurated the advanced Calligraphy workshop in the presence of Shri Carlos Fernandes, Curator Central Library and Resource Person Ms. Dimple Pandhi today.

  In his welcome address Shri. Pilarnekar said that students should practice calligraphy as it will not only fetch them good marks but also bring discipline in their life. He also said that the department will encourage such art forms as the previous workshops got very good response.

Ms. Dimple Pandhi, famous Calligraphy artists, an entrepreneur who has worked with several NGOs and brands addressed the participants. She said that more and more people should look at Calligraphy as a career option as there is lot of demand for it. Anybody with consistent efforts and creativity can become a good calligrapher.

The workshop will be conducted for three days. The workshop shall include the advanced techniques in Calligraphy and also the various applications of calligraphy.

 Panaji: October 24,2017 … The Chief Minister Shri Manohar  Parrikar has said that Dr. Savlo Keni  with his passion of social work to serve the society and his  enriched personality create ideal in society. Therefore it is our duty to remember them and acknowledge, his work done  for the betterment of society.

Shri Parrikar was speaking as Chief Guest at inaugural function of late Dr. Salvo Keni Centenary Celebration organized by Dr. Salvo Keni Centenary Celebration committee at Kala Academy, Panaji  yesterday.

Shri Parrikar further said that Dr Keni was a good doctor but he was also good human being always who had served for needy and poor people during his time. He served the society by performing various roles like philanthropist, a   social worker, politician, a music lover, artist etc. He was a ideal person  and as example for all of us he reiterated.

The Union Minister for AYUSH ( Independent Charge ) Shri Shripad Naik addressing the gathering said late Shri salvo keni was a eminent doctor with human touch. As a doctor he had served the needy and poor.  Apart from he was also a theatre artist, a social worker and politician as well. His philanthropic behavior made him popular among the people. He appreciated the organizing centenary function for their endeavor to acknowledge his work and services towards the society.

Shri Surendra  Furtado, Mayor CCP also spoke on the occasion… Shri  Prasad Sawkar renowned artist was awarded with Dr. Savlo Keni Rangkarmi Award  at the hands of Chief Minister . The winners of one act play were also given prizes at the hands of dignitaries.

Those who were present on the occasion were Adv. Anarkali Keni Agni, Daughter of late Shri Savlo Keni, Shri Pradip Talaulikar Theatre artist, Shri Tomazinho ardozo, Ex-Speaker and Tiatrist,

Shri Pravin Sabnis compered the function while Shri Guirish Pai Raikar , Dr. Savlo Kenii Centenary Celebration Committee welcomed the guests.

Panaji:-October 24, 2017 … Minister for Tourism Shri Manohar Azgaonkar inaugurated ‘PARYATAN PARV’ a three week long tourism event   being organized by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India in collaboration with Department of Tourism, Government of Goa and Regional Tourism, Government of India at Paryatan Bhavan, Patto Plaza, Panaji.

              Shri Nilesh Cabral, Chairman of  Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC), Shri Brijesh Manerkar, Deputy Director Tourism, Shri Kutan, Assistant Director of India Tourism, Smt. Donna D’Souza, Principal of Hotel Management Institute Porvorim and others were present on the occasion. 

                The three week long programme which commenced on October 5, 2017 will conclude on October 25, 2017.

               The objective of the programme is to lay focus on the benefits of tourism showcasing the cultural diversity of the state and reinforcing the principles of tourism for all.

               The event has evoked good response from the general public as well as industry stakeholders.

               A series of programmes and activities includes  illumination in and around tourist sites, cultural workshops at different location, competitions for students, sensitization programmes for tourism service providers, yoga demonstrations etc. In addition, to this   interactive sessions and workshops were organized on varies  themes related to skill development in the tourism sector and rural tourism sites.

               Shri Azgaonkar while  addressing  the gathering on the occasion  said that Goa is much sought  tourist destination to the people  across the country and the world. He said that ‘Paryatan Parv’ launched by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi  is aimed at creating tourism related awareness and urged goans  to visit every tourist spot in Goa and work towards preserving it.

                Shri Cabral while addressing the gathering  said that the Government of Goa Through the Department of  Tourism has been  working hard to promote tourism activities  by providing  fine infrastructure and ensure security during their stay.

                 Shri Arvind Khutkar, Deputy Director Tourism welcomed the gathering while Shri Deepak Narvekar compered and proposed the vote of thanks.

 Panaji: October 23, 2017 …  The State Council of Educational Research and Training(SCERT), Alto Porvorim will conduct State Level National Talent Examination (NTSE) 2017-18 for the students Std. X and National Means cum Merit Scholarship Scheme Examination (NMMSSE) 2017-18 for students of Std. VIII on Sunday November 5, 2017 in 12 centres in the state from 9.00 am to 12.00 noon.

            The Centres are Bicholim –Our Lady of Grace High School, Bardez- Dnyanprassarak Vidyalaya Mapusa, Pernem- Govt. Hr, Secondary School, Pedne, Sattari- Govt. Higher Secondary School Valpoi, Tiswadi-Mary Immaculate Girls High School Panaji, Ponda- A.J.De Almeida High School Ponda, Salcete- Govt. Multipurpose Higher Secondary School Margao, Sanguem- Union High School Sanguem, Canacona- Shri Mallikarjun Vidyalaya Canancona, Quepem- Sarvodaya Education Society’s High School Curchorem, Dharbandora- Govt. Primary School Opp Mamalatdar Office, Dharbandora and Mormugao- Regina Mundi High School, Chicalim, Vasco.

            Candidates appearing for the exam must carry their Admit Cad (Hall Ticket) and be present at the venue of the examination at least half an hour before the commencement of the examination.