Panaji, March 10, 2019::: Minister for Town and Country Planning and Agriculture, Shri Vijay Sardesai has highlighted the imperative need to adhere to self respect to gain credibility and live with dignity. He said this is necessary to maintain a fare image of a person while rendering services in the interest of the state and its people.

Shri Sardesai was speaking after laying foundation stone for Construction of Banastari Market Complex at Banastari in V.P. Bhoma Adcolna recently.

Present on the occasion were Minister for Panchayat, Shri Mauvin Godinho, Minister for Art and Culture and Tribal Welfare, Shri Govind Gaude, Shri Deepak Prabhu Pauskar, MLA, Chairman GSIDC, Shri Sunil Jalmi, Sarpanch, V.P Bhoma Adcolna, Shri Shailesh S. Naik Gaonkar, Dy. Sarpanch and others graced the occasion.

The Minister further said there are instances that some time people raise hue and cry for want of development in their respective areas. The greater onus therefore lies on the elected representatives to shoulder the responsibilities of achieving all-round development of their village.

TCP Minister said this goal is accomplish, then the people will not only appreciate the efforts of their representatives but will also extend their support to them as and when it is sought for. He assured the farmers about the long pending demand of construction of bundh will be taken up on priority.

Stressing on common cadre system the Panchayat Minister said that the Law Department has cleared the common cadre file and in short period it will be notified in the official gazette. Once it is notified, the Directorate of Panchayat will implement as and where it is required.

Panchayat Minister further assured the public that the work of construction of Banastari Market Complex will be completed within one year’s time period. He said, this project will have all facilities for the public in Banastari and surrounding areas.

Art and Culture Minister informed to the public that, the upcoming market complex will be constructed on high tech concept and said it will be a fully green project. He said the project will help to the local people to boost their marketing products.

Speaking further Art and Culture Minister said, he is instrumental in commencing 75% of developmental works in two years time period in his area, which he has promised to the people.

Shri Deepak Prabhu Pauskar also spoke on the occasion.

Shri Sunil Jalmi, Sarpanch welcomed the guest.

Shri Durgadas Gaude, Chairman, GSSTFDC Ltd was also present on the occasion.

The estimated cost of the project is Rs. 17, 79, 51,184/- and the project is entrusted to GSIDC.

Panaji, March 09, 2019 …Minister for Water Resources Shri Vinod Palyekar in the presence of Minister for Health, Shri Vishwajit Rane laid the foundation stone for construction of barrage and upgradation of Raw Water Pumping Station on Mhadei River at Ganjem for Opa water works at a function held at Ganjem, Usgao recently.

Present on the occasion were Shri Dyaneshwar Naik, Zilla Panchayat Member, Ms. Asmita Gaude, Sarpanch Village Panchayat Usgao, Smt.Seema Mascarenhas, Shri William Mascarenhas, Shri Dinesh Tari, Shri Tulsidas Prabhu, Shri Gurudas Gaude, Smt. Sunanda Naik and Smt. Rekha Velingkar .

Addressing the gathering Shri Palyekar said due to rapid urbanization coupled with industrialization and growth in tourism sector the demand for drinking water is increasing. The available water discharge into the Khandepar River is unable to cater the increasing demand for drinking water. He further said that Minister for Health, Shri Vishwajit Rane has taken the right initiatives  for  construction of barrage and up gradation of raw water pumping station on Mhadei River to supply 110 MLD of raw water to Opa water works. He also said the project is being implemented under the visionary guidance of Chief Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar.

Speaking on the occasion Health Minister Shri Rane said Government is fully committed for to all round development of Goa. He said, out out of 110 MLD raw water 3 MLD will be supplied to Usgao Village for farming purpose. He said, this is the project which is a combination of 107 Mtr barrage of 7 Mtr height across Mhadai river with 110 MLD raw water pumping station to supply water to khandepar river which is also consist of mechanically operated gates with inspection bridge. He further said that  Government has sanctioned project worth Rs.100 crores, for up gradation of raw water pumping station, Rs. 35 crores beatification of Usgao and other village projects in Valpoi and surrounding areas.  He also said that efforts are being made to create employment opportunities for the youth.

 Earlier, Chief Engineer, Shri Nadkarni welcomed the gathering, Deputy Sarpanch, Shri Ramnath Dangui proposed a vote of thanks.

Panaji, March 7, 2019 ::: India has rich tradition and legacy of Ayurveda since many years. The Munis and Rishies during that  time have discovered many medicines out  of herbs and various plants which are effective on various  diseases  said by the Deputy Speaker, Goa Legislative Assembly Shri Michael Lobo at a concluding function of five days free mega Ayurvedic Neuro Therapy Medical Camp  held at Simwada Arpora Bardez recently.

The camp was organized by the Central Council for Research in Yoga & Naturopathy- Ministry of AYUSH in association with  Matrubhumi Pratishthan-Goa, Directorate of Health Services-Goa, Goa Tourism Development Corporation , Goa Horticultural Corporation, Kadamba Transport Corporation, Sandu Pharmaceuticals, Kudos Aqua, etc.

Shri Lobo further speaking said that Ayurvedic medicines have no side effects and therefore Ayurvedic medicines are conducive for health. He also stressed upon the need of greater publicity of Ayurved among the society. Taking into consideration the importance of Ayurveda he assured to suggest the Government for making financial provision in budget during  next assembly session. He appreciated the organizers for their endeavour in organizing such a mega medical camp.

Minister for Water Resources  Shri  Vinod Palyenkar  while speaking at the function  expressed his satisfaction over the success of five days mega camp due to  which many people have benefited .He urged the organizers to organize more and more camps to extend ayurvedic medical services to the people.  He also complemented AYUSH Minister for caring about the health of the people in Goa.

Shri Sushant Mandrekar  Social worker and Dr.Manoj Sharma  both spoke on the occasion.

Shri Babli Mandrekar , President of Chauranginath  Bhumika Devasthan Panchayatan welcomed the guests.

Shri Suraj Naik P.S to AYUSH  Minister proposed the vote of thanks.

Panaji: March 06, 2019 … “The Tertiary Cancer Centre (TCC) and Day Care Centre for Mentally ill people is a long cherished dream of Chief Minister Shri. Parrikar. Many people visit the neighboring states for Cancer treatments, PET Scan etc. which will be made available for free at this center. This TCC will be run under the expert technical guidance of doctors from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai.

Types of equipment worth Rs. 70 crore and more will be bought making Goa the only state to give free Cancer treatment,” informed Minister for Health Shri. Vishwajit Rane while speaking at the function to lay the foundation stone of Tertiary Cancer Centre (TCC), Day Care Centre and an awareness program on ‘Swawlambhan’ scheme at Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium, Bambolim today. The function was jointly organised by Directorate of Health Services (DHS) and Directorate of Women and Child Development (DWC).

“The Government has already launched Pre Breast Cancer screenings program at the village level in association with Yuvraj Singh Foundation. The Anganwadi teachers and workers contribute immensely in popularizing such programs and schemes. The ‘swawlamban’ scheme is launched by the WCD to make women self-reliant. The Government will consider all the demands made by the Anganwadi workers. Their remuneration will be also increased by 50% in addition to 50% increase by the Central Ministry. 100 Anganwadis will be undertaken for renovation and a new e-learning module will be developed. Teachers will be duly trained in this module,” the Minister said.

Later, he also launched 10 ambulances equipped with the advanced life-saving system. He informed that a seven-year contract is signed with ‘Sodexo’,  which will provide premium nutritious food to GMC patients, their families as well as the staff and students.

Member of Parliament Adv. Narendra Savaikar, MLA Santa Andre Shri. Francis Silveira, MLA of Santa Cruz Shri. Tony Fernandes, Secretary of Health Shri. J.AshokKumar IAS, Secretary Women and Child Development Shri. C.R. Garg IAS, Director of Health Services Dr. Sanjeev Dalvi, Director of Women and Child Development Shri. Deepak Dessai, Director of Food and Drugs Administration Dr. Jyoti Dardessai, Vice Chairman, GSIDC Shri. Siddharth Kunkoliekar, Dean – GMC Dr. Shivanand Bandekar, Dean-Goa Dental College Dr. Ida Athaide, Asst. Director of GSIDC Shri. Jude Carvalho, Deputy Director of Health Dr. Jose D’Sa were present on the occasion.

Earlier the function began by lighting the traditional lamp. The dignitaries laid the foundation stone the TCC and Daycare Centre by unveiling the plaque. Dr. Sanjeev Dalvi welcomed the gathering. Dr. Anuapama Borcar briefed about Cancer disease, precaution and cure. Shri. Deepak Dessai enlightened the crowd by presenting a power point presentation on ‘Swavlamban’ scheme. Adv. Savaikar, Shri. Silveira, Shri. Fernandes and Shri. Kunkoliekar also spoke on the occasion.

The program was attended by Anganwadi workers in large numbers. Dr. Mulgaonkar compered the function.

The 110 bedded tertiary cancer centre will be housed in the GMC complex. Facilities like radiotherapy, nuclear medicine, diagnostic, brachytherapy, pain management, daycare, OPD, transfusion medicine, palliative care, laboratories, OT complex, ICU and wards will be made available. The project is commissioned at the cost of Rs. 120 cr.

The proposed day care centre is a non-residential facility for mentally challenged ill patients which will be equipped with 10 vocational activity rooms, each with a capacity of 40 people, a Yoga room, recreational room and multiple activity rooms, computer lab, library and consultants cabin.

Panaji, March 05, 2019 :::“Our priority is to give the people of Goa good fish at affordable rates,” said the Minister for Fisheries, Shri Vinod Paliencar. He was speaking after inaugurating four Mobile Fish Stalls at a function held at the Fisheries Jetty in the city, recently.

The vehicles have been purchased under the Central sector scheme on Blue Revolution. The total cost of the vehicles is Rs 47, 26, 800 out of which Rs 20 lakhs is funded by the Central Government and balance Rs 27,26,800 by the State Government.

The Director of Fisheries, Shri Vinesh Arlenkar, said that the Department had earlier got a good response after purchase of similar such mobile fish stalls. “We will give preference to self-help groups and to those associated with fishing related activities, to run these vehicles,” he added.

Panaji, February 02, 2019 :: Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) Scheme was launched today by Minister for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Shri Vishwajit Rane, in the presence of Secretary Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Shri C. R. Garg, IAS, Director  Directorate of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Shri. Deepak Desai, in a function held at Institute Menezes Braganza Hall, Panaji. This scheme is made to Goan youth more Skilful and to reach the requirements of the various Industries,

Speaking on the occasion Shri. Vishwajeet Rane appealed aspiring youth to take up courses made available under PMKVY through which better jobs can be availed from different industry sectors. He also made a point that, considering the forthcoming Mopa Airport Project special efforts shall be made to start aviation related courses as per requirements of Mopa Airport by which Goan youth would be able to hatch larger number of employments that will be generated at Mopa.

Many students who opt for ITI courses lose their interest in the trade in which they are trained as there are few placements or employment opportunities Manpower having expertise in traditional trades are not meeting requirements of modern industries .

To overcome these lacunas courses at Industrial Training Institutes need to be redesign and upgraded to meet the requirement of modern industries. The Directorate of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship will initiate positive steps towards upgrading infrastructure of ITIs, Minister further added.

Shri C. R. Garg, IAS, said that many people in spite of having good education, are not employable, as they are not fitting with requirement of industries. PMKVY will not only take care of need of various industries for but this skill development program will become great assets for this country,  he opined.

Capt. Kaustav Nath, State Engagement Officer for Goa and Karnataka made detailed presentation on PMKVY scheme.

The PMKVY is a fully funded flagship Skill Development programme of Government of India with a vision of a “Skilled India”, to skill India on a large scale.

Ten Government ITIs in the State will start the process of imparting training to aspiring youth from tomorrow onwards and one private agency Emerge Vocational Skill Private Limited will be imparting training.

The objective of this Scheme is to enable a large number of youth to take up industry-relevant skill training for securing a better livelihood. The Short Term Training courses will benefit candidates who are either school/college dropouts or unemployed. Trainees shall also be imparted training in Soft Skills, Entrepreneurship, Financial and Digital Literacy. Duration of the training varies per job role, ranging between 150 and 300 hours.

Shri. Deepak Desai welcomed the gathering. Smt. Alsina Rebello Vocational Instructor compered and Assistant Director Shri. Rajesh Lolyekar proposed vote of thanks.