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healthy and thriving Goa full of forests and a stable coastline. Opportunities
that dignify Goans, sustaining our diminishing language and state welfare that
takes care of Goans and not isolate them in a crisis like COVID-19.
– Sarita Fernandes, Managing Trustee, Morjim Sea Turtle Trust and C.A.P.A.N
(Coastal and Marine Policy Advocacy Network)
I have always known my
Goa to find its own pace while respecting its conservationist values which are
deeply ingrained in the lifestyle of our people. While the voting process
serves to gauge my preference in governance, my desire for a well balanced
development approach of my State shall always remain of paramount
consideration. The bridges connecting the river banks have yet to translate
into bridges of prosperity for all residents of the State. But Goa’s rich
cultural past has taught me that resilience towards outside influences rarely
survive beyond their might. Post Elections, I envision a Goa that would
harmoniously uphold the need to preserve its natural environment while
cautiously driving over concrete slabs erected over the fertile land from where
my fellow Goenkar grew his grains once upon a time. While the voting process
serves to gauge my preference in governance, the desire for a well balanced
development approach of my State shall always remain of paramount
consideration. But Goa’s rich cultural past has taught me that resilience
towards outside influences rarely survive beyond their might.
– Moses Pinto, Advocate, Margao
I want a Goa which is absolutely non communal. Let Goa be the perfect
example of communal harmony…that is my main dream. Other than that, I want
our leaders to be visionaries…not be limited to a five-year frame. Goa is
small and beautiful. It can be governed and developed very well.
– Joe D’Costa, Music director, Curchorem,
I believe the people of Goa are sick of years of corruption and poor
administration. Here’s what we’re looking for now is respect for our cultural
heritage, and consideration of mother nature when constructing. We want a
government that is accountable to its citizens, that manages crisis well, and
that is anti-corruption, in short the Goa that I used to know before
– Julius Mesquita, tiatrist Murdi-Cansaulim
We expect the correct issues to be addressed. We want environment
protection and land laws, and focus on education and healthcare. Goa is a small
State that can actually be governed well with policies and laws in place to
make it an ideal state in India. Sadly, that hasn’t been the case and the
ideals that Goa stood for have been ruthlessly axed. It’s time we got Goa back
on track before we lose its beauty and essence forever.
– Priya George, homemaker, Aldona
I would like to live in Goa where whichever time of the day I go out I
shouldn’t feel unsafe. A place where the moment I think of applying for a
government job I remember my merit for the job & not the MLA (pun intended)
– Agnes Fatima Pinto, Student, Vasco
Every goan would definitely like to see developing technology specific
to tackle problems like governance, corruption, health & sanitation.
Technological and research institutions have to be given due importance in
building necessary modules in possible areas. Better education facilities for
every student and ample options for budding artists and entrepreneurs is all we
hope for.
– Mayanka Halarnkar, Corp exec, Bicholim
Perhaps for the first ever social media has played a major role in this
election. The younger generation has got connected and will make a big impact.
The future belongs to the young and they are already making demands for jobs,
saving the environment, wanting good connectivity and better educational
facilities etc. The elected representatives will be held responsible as the
youth are getting information faster and are demanding quicker solutions.
– Marius Fernandes, organiser of festivals, Pomburpa
We, as Goans have always looked forward to a better Goa and it’s pretty
clear we do need a change now. I hope we elect those who choose Goa. It’s not
about the party or the candidate, it’s Goa and its people we need to save.
– Shannon Sequeira, LLB
In a Goa where everyone lives in communal harmony, Jobs are not sold,
development is done by Consent and finally where our tax payer money is put to
good use
– Conrad Barretto, Influencer, Margao
There should be peace and harmony with every person from all religions
and communities. Clean Goa, and a bright future for our children. environmental
issues to be tackled head on…. Water, electricity in every home and a stress
free environment. Only a government that has their heart and mind for the
people of Goa can provide this.
– Bruno Azaredo, Restaurateur, Utorda
I think every goan will agree with me on this, we aren’t looking for
perfection immediately but what we’re hoping for is pothole free roads, a
better and continuous supply of water and electricity and most importantly we
want the elected candidatesto sustain their dedication to the people of Goa
throughout next five years. If this happens then the Goa of tomorrow will be an
upgraded, uplifted and united State.
– Megan Amanda Rodrigues, Student, Anjuna
