Public Meet Planned: GFP president Vijay Sardesai will hold an open interaction in Curchorem on July 7 to hear citizens’ grievances.
Sharp Criticism: Balkrishna Hodarkar condemned the local MLA and civic representatives for failing to address basic issues like poor roads.
Election Hint: Hodarkar stated he would contest the seat if Congress does not offer him a ticket.
The Goa Forward Party (GFP) on Saturday held a press conference in Curchorem, inviting residents to share their grievances directly with party president Vijay Sardesai at a public interaction scheduled for July 7, 2025. The initiative aims to highlight and address pressing local issues affecting the constituency.
Addressing the media, Balkrishna Hodarkar—though not a member of the GFP—voiced strong criticism over the current situation in Curchorem. He cited the deteriorating condition of roads and accused elected representatives in panchayats and municipal councils of failing to communicate effectively with the area’s MLA. “Instead of solving problems, the MLA is creating more issues for the public,” Hodarkar alleged.
Hodarkar also announced that if the Congress party denies him a ticket, he intends to contest the upcoming Assembly election independently from Curchorem.
Vikas Bhagat, also present at the press meet, remarked on the Congress party’s lack of visible presence in the constituency. “As an alliance partner, we are stepping up to address people’s concerns and will continue to work towards solutions,” he said.