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.”

The attention of the House is drawn as regards the apprehension of the people as regards the proposal of the Power Department to hike the power tariff in the State, thereby putting a burden on the domestic consumers who is already reeling overburdened due to rising prices and increasing cost of living. Further, the department intends to introduce Smart Meters forcing every consumer to pay without reason, The Government should re-examine both the issues as the government can meet the revenue deficits through alternative means and the Smart Meter installation charge is avoidable and unnecessary. The steps Government will take in this matter

“Attention of the House is drawn as regards to the unchecked influx of gig economy workers employed by platforms such as Zomato, Swiggy and Blinkit, who are reportedly bringing in over 8,000 delivery agents from outside the State, along with their own vehicles bearing registration plates from other States. The steps the Government has taken to protect local employment, enforce transport and labour regulations and ensure that these platforms operate within a framework that prioritises Goa’s economic and social interests.”

“Attention of the House is drawn to the rising  number of accidents injuring people as also fatal accidents in last few days which clearly has been due to poor maintenance of roads by the PWD with failure to take due and steps despite Hon. Supreme Court directives and Orders of the State Government. The steps the Government intends to take in this regard.”

"The attention of the House is drawn to the urgent need for a Master Plan to safeguard the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Old Goa. Despite the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) protecting 14 heritage monuments/sites under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958, with prohibited and regulated zones, illegal construction attempts persist. A Master Plan and strict enforcement of rules and regulations are essential to preserve these sites. The steps Government will take in this matter."

“Attention of the House is drawn as regards growing crimes of theft, robbery, dacoity, crimes related to women and children does endangering the safety of    the people and more specifically children, women and senior citizens. The steps the Government will take in this regards”.  

Fear and anxiety in the minds of North Goa residents and tourism industry as Tilari river flowing from Maharashtra that provides 73% of water supply to Goa on which majority of the North Goa and especially the tourism belt of coastal North Goa depends upon is under the threat due to large scale blasting and crushers and construction of roads along the Tilari rives that results in siltation and will damage the dam and water holding capacity of the dam and river. The Goa Government is requested to raise the matter with Maharashtra Government to take action on such uncontrolled activities as otherwise it will affect the citizens as well as tourism industry.
 

As per ASI findings, there is possibility of finding several ancient artefacts at the site where presently the parking project near Old Goa churches is being planned by Goa Tourism under PRASAD schemes.
Several cannon, pottery, coins, and architectural fragments that shed new light on regions past are discovered and hence there is an urgent need to stop and cancel any development work in the region and seal the entire area and take following actions:
Not to Conduct further excavations, develop proper plan for conservation and preservation, and ensure protection of the site.
Evacuate and demolish the temporarily built Police station and demolish any temporally built structures during exposition.
Government needs to act swiftly and prevent any further damage and take action in coordination with ASI to protect the site and preserve its ancient past.
 

I rise to bring attention to the silent decline of traditional communal wells and natural water sources in Velim—a loss that affects both water security and cultural heritage.

In villages like Assolna, Chinchinim, and Velim, Dramapur,Sarzora communal wells and springs once served as lifelines. Today, many lie neglected—choked with debris, encroached upon, or contaminated due to lack of upkeep.

The monsoon further aggravates the risk, as surface contaminants seep into these unmaintained sources. We are losing not just water access, but centuries of local water wisdom.

I urge the government to:
- Conduct a detailed survey and mapping of all traditional water sources in Velim constituency 
- Allocate funds for cleaning, desilting, repair, and protection of these assets.
- Develop a long-term maintenance policy involving local communities and NGOs.
- Run awareness campaigns to prevent dumping and promote conservation.

Preserving these water bodies is vital—for ecology, heritage, and the dignity of daily life.

Fear and anxiety in the minds of villagers and commuters from Velim, Chinchinim and Assolna as the stray cattles occupy the road leading to frequent accidents especially at night thereby creating danger to human life as well as injuries to these animals.
These cattles are either abandoned or left unsupervised and hence there is a need to impound them and /or to be transferred to animal shelter homes to take good care of them.
Besides compromising safety, stray cattles destroy farmland and damage public property leading to loss for farmers and local bodies. There have been no visible action taken by concerned authorities of this persistent issue but only when VIP entourage passes through this road, these animals are whisked away during that time only.
I urge the Government to:
Launch a constituency-wide plan for cattle impounding and rehabilitation with proper shelters.  
Enforce penalties and run awareness drives targeting irresponsible cattle ownership.  
Improve coordination among Panchayats, Animal Husbandry, and Traffic Police for swift complaint redressal.  
Explore community-driven and eco-sensitive solutions like designated grazing zones.

Protecting lives and livelihoods demands urgent, coordinated intervention.

Despite a nationwide ban under the Prohibition of Electronic Cigarettes Act, 2019, e-cigarettes are being illegally sold near schools and colleges. These devices, disguised as pens or USB drives, are luring students with fruity flavours and misleading packaging.

Nicotine addiction, respiratory issues, and long-term harm are rising. Teachers report growing cases. Online sales continue unchecked. Goa must not wait.

I urge the Government to crack down on illegal sales, monitor digital platforms, and launch awareness campaigns in Konkani and English. Let Panchayats help report violations and protect our children.

Speaker Sir, this is not a trend—it’s a threat.

The following Cut Motions to Demand No. 34 – School Education, Demand No. 35 – Higher Education, Demand No. 36 – Technical Education, Demand No. 37 – Government Polytechnic, Panaji, Demand No. 38 – Government Polytechnic, Bicholim, Demand No. 39 – Government Polytechnic, Curchorem, Demand No. 40 – Goa College of Engineering, Demand No. 41 – Goa Architecture College, Demand No. 44 – Goa College of Art, Demand No. 46 – Museum, Demand No. 50 – Goa College of Pharmacy, Demand No. 63 – Rajya Sainik Board, Demand No. 73 – State Election Commission, Demand No. 75 – Planning, Statistics & Evaluation, Demand No. 80 – Legal Metrology, Demand No. 81 – Department of Tribal Welfare, Demand No. 83 – Mines, Demand No. 84 – Civil Aviation and Demand No. 88 – Department of Public Private Partnership, have been received from the Member as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on the 6th August, 2025.

The following Cut Motions to Demand No. 2 – General Administration & Coordination, Demand No. 5 – Prosecution, Demand No. 6 – Election Office, Demand No. 8 – Treasury & Accounts Administration, North Goa, Demand No. 9 – Treasury & Accounts Administration, South Goa, Demand No. 11 – Excise, Demand No. 12 –  Commercial Taxes, Demand No. 14 – Goa Sadan, Demand No. 17 – Police, Demand No. 18 – Jails, Demand No. 21 – Public Works, Demand No. 22 – Vigilance, Demand No. 23 – Home, Demand No. 25 – Home Guards & Civil Defence, Demand No. 26 – Fire & Emergency Services, Demand No. 27 – Official Language, Demand No. 29 – Public Grievances, Demand No. 30 – Small Savings & Lotteries, Demand No. 32 – Finance, Demand No.  42 – Sports & Youth Affairs, Demand No. 43 – Art & Culture, Demand No. 56 – Information & Publicity, Demand No. 61 – Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Demand No. 85 – Department of Rural Development and Demand No. 90 – Drinking Water Department, have been received from the Member as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on the 5th August, 2025.

The following Cut Motions to Demand No.  76 – Electricity and Demand No. 86 – New & Renewable Energy, have been received from the Member as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on the 4th August, 2025.

The following Cut Motions to Demand No. 7 – Settlement & Land Records, Demand No. 15 – Collectorate, North Goa, Demand No. 16 – Collectorate, South Goa, Demand No. 33 - Revenue, Demand No. 52 – Labour, Demand No. 60 - Employment and Demand No. 72 – Science & Technology, have been received from the Member as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on the 30th July, 2025.

The following Cut Motions to Demand No. 13 – Transport, Demand No. 19 – Industries, Trade & Commerce and Demand No. 31 – Panchayats, have been received from the Member as shown below against the respective Demands, which are fixed for discussion on the 28th July, 2025.