Goa Legislative Assembly

“This House strongly resolves the Government to formulate a Heritage Conservation Policy. Goa has got 51 notified structures under the State Archaeology Department and close to 430 additional monuments and structures with immense heritage value, the State Government is yet to put in place a ‘Heritage Conservation Policy’ to conserve and preserve these architectural monuments”.

“The House strongly recommends the Government to take serious cognizance of the high unemployment rate in the State of Goa and initiate necessary steps to provide industry-demand based job skills to at least 20,000 unemployed youth in the next two financial years under Skill Development Mission and ensure that Goan candidates are preferred in private sector jobs in the State.”

“I call the attention of the Hon’ble Minister to the Plight of farmers, who have cultivated their fields which  have been laid waste due to flooding of fields, caused by incessant rains and breach of bunds. The steps the Government proposes to take to assist the farmers by payment of compensation and time frame within which the amount will be paid.

“Fear and anxiety in the minds of Scheduled Tribe Community due to lethargic approach of the Government to provide political reservations to Scheduled Tribes in Goa. The Government must take immediate steps to provide political reservation to Scheduled Tribes of Goa. It is observed that despite Goa having 12.5% Scheduled Tribes population, they are being deprived their Constitutional Right of Reservation of Seats in Goa Legislative Assembly. The steps the Government intends to undertake/has undertaken  in this regard and also to ensure that the Election Commission of India notifies Constituencies for Scheduled Tribes in Goa.”

“Fear and anxiety in the mind of parents of candidates who aspire for taking admission for Engineering Colleges in Goa by answering the entrance test as government has abolished the GCET exam from 2023-24 and instead adopted JEE mains for granting admission for such programmes. The level of examination of JEE is not suitable for the type of curriculum that has been adopted by Goa Board and hence this step will result in rampant rise in coaching classes that charge exorbitantly. The steps the Government will take to ensure that poor students will not suffer and lose an opportunity to secure admission to local Engineering colleges”.

“Fear and Anxiety in the minds of the people of Goa with regard to road access to their houses. There are thousands of houses in Goa which do not have motorable road access and instead use the traditional (kaccha) road access through private property.  The survey department failed to show access to many properties on the survey maps.  This has resulted in an increase in conflict in the villages where landlords have been blocking road access to the affected people's homes by constructing compound walls. As a result, it is almost impossible for emergency services to access such houses in case of an accident or weather-related disaster. The steps the Government has taken to initiate a State-wide exercise to identify such landlocked properties and modify the survey maps to reflect existing access to such plots”.

 "fear and anxiety in the minds of the people of Goa, especially those dependent on the Tourism, Music and Entertainment Industry, with regards to the negative impact on Goan Culture, Social Events, Religious festivals, weddings, family functions and Goan Tourism Industry as a result of the ban on playing amplified music beyond 10 00 PM”. The steps the Government will take in this matter”.

Fear and anxiety due to frequent recurring accidents at the junction in Danddewaddo Chinchinim. The fear and anxiety experienced by travelers passing through the area and the residents living nearby are valid and should not be ignored. Swift action must be taken to address the root causes of these accidents and to implement preventive measures for the future.

Widening the road to allow for better traffic flow and visibility, along with the installation of traffic signals, can significantly improve the safety of the junction..

By prioritizing safety and taking proactive steps to enhance the infrastructure and traffic management in the area, we can create a safer environment for everyone using the road. It is important to listen to the concerns of the community, acknowledge the risks they face, and work together to make the necessary changes to prevent further accidents and tragedies. Let us act decisively to address these long pending issues and ensure the well-being of all individuals traveling through and residing in Danddewaddo Chinchinim.

Fear and anxiety in the minds of the students, parents and teachers due to non availability of textbooks and resource books for STD IXth subjects that have been introduced for the first time. The newspaper reports appeared in local papers suggest that these books will not be ready in printed form and probably teachers and students have to refer to soft copies to be downloaded from websites. This will result in lack of interest among students and teachers and hence it is prayed that urgent steps be taken to finalize the content and make available printed copies.
 

Fear and anxiety in the minds of the traditional fishermen in the Velim Constituency due to the unplanned cutting of weeds in the River Sal at Khareband that was undertaken by Water Resources department and the weeds that were cut were thrown in the waters of River Sal which were left floating into the river and damaged the fishing nets and other accessories of the traditional fishermen resulting in huge financial losses. 
I urge you to take immediate action to compensate the affected fishermen and to initiate strict action on those who caused this loss. It may be noted that the livelihoods of fishermen depend on the health of the river and hence it is  crucial that future activities are planned and executed in a manner that does not harm the local fishing community.
 

Fear and anxiety in the minds of residents of  Velim constituency over frequent power cuts and low voltage during the monsoon that has resulted great inconvenience and damage to household appliances.
Concerned staff of Power department be directed to provide relief to people with immediate response and ensure timely maintenance of power supply lines.
 

It is a matter of concern for all Goans and specially aspiring candidates of various officer level government civil and other services that Mr Jose Manuel Noronha has tendered his resignation as Chairman of Goa Public Service Commision(GPSC). In his entire career as a chairman of GPSC, Mr Jose Manuel Noronha has created an impeccable image of a authority with honesty, sincerity and integrity. The various reforms that he has brought in the recruitment process of GPSC is worthy of congratulations. It is a matter of fear and anxiety in the minds of Goan youth who wish to see the selection process of GPSC to be transparent and impartial that Mr Noronha has resigned. I request government to ensure that persons with similar integrity and strong love towards Goa be appointed on this post to restore the faith in the selection process and to provide capable officials for serving the state of Goa.

The following Cut Motions Demand No.59 – Factories and Boilers, Demand No. 65 – Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services and Demand No. 66 – Fisheries have been received from the Members as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on the 19th July, 2024.

The following Cut Motions to Demand No. 47 – Goa Medical College, Demand No. 48 - Health Services, Demand No. 49 - Institute of Psychiatry and Human Behaviour, Demand No.51 - Goa Dental College, Demand No. 53 - Food and Drugs Administration have been received from the Members as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on the 18th July 2024.

 The following Cut Motions to Demand No.1- Legislature Secretariat, Demand No. 4 – District & Sessions Court, South Goa, Demand No. 5 – Prosecution, Demand No. 6- Election Office, Demand No. 10- Notary Services,  Demand No. 28 – Administrative Tribunal, and  Demand No. 73 – State Election Commission  have been received from the Members as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on  the 10th August, 2023.

 The following Cut Motions to Demand No. 64 – Agriculture, Demand No. 69 – Handicraft, Textile and Coir and Demand No. 70 – Civil Supplies have been received from the Members as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on  the 9th August, 2023.

 The following Cut Motions to Demand No. 45 – Department of Archives, Demand No. 57 – Social Welfare, Demand No. 77 – River Navigation, Demand No. 87 – Department of Archaeology and Demand No. 89- Department of Empowerment of persons with disabilities have been received from the Members as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on  the 8th August, 2023.