Margao MLA Digambar Kamat, when asked about businessman Chirag Naik joining the Congress party and seeking a ticket from the Margao constituency, offered a measured response, emphasizing the democratic nature of the electoral process. “Everyone has the right to contest elections in a democracy. What can I say?” Kamat remarked, underlining that political parties are open platforms where any eligible individual can aspire to represent the people.
Chirag Naik’s entry into the Congress and his open interest in contesting from Margao has sparked discussions within local political circles. As a prominent businessman, Naik brings a new dynamic to the party’s candidate selection process. His decision to seek a Congress ticket signals the party’s broad appeal and its willingness to welcome fresh faces from diverse backgrounds. Kamat’s neutral stance suggests he respects the party’s internal democratic mechanisms and is prepared for fair competition, leaving the final decision to the party leadership.