Yesterday I chanced upon a very touching interview of Konkani stage superstar of yester years, Prem Kumar, on Panaji Doordarshan. Well what I found particularly tragic was Prem Kumars tender appeal for sponsorship for a CD of a tiatr (which he almost confesses to be his last wish) he hopes to release before his departure from the stage (remember Shakespeare?) What is also very tragic is the annoying fact that Goa governments over the years never recognized his contribution to the Konkani stage. What is also very tragic and very shameful for Goa is the not-so-surprising fact that an exceptional man like Prem Kumar should still hope for sponsors with one foot almost in the grave. (That his persona defies his age is beside the point). We have seen great sports stars like Angela DSa and many others end their life over government indifference with scant regard to their invaluable contribution. Come on well-heeled Goans, your children could be among those who have fought bloody battles and killed each other over sharing their parents wealth. Reach out and help the great Prem Kumar to keep his shine. Tony Martin
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