Keeping politics aside, Goa would be much better if we had dynamic people like Elvis Gomes in the new Legislative Assembly. An ex senior bureaucrat with a wide range of experience in governance, someone known for his efficiency, toughness and quick decision making - what more could one ask? I had the opportunity to interact with him on quite a few occasions, particularly when he was the Executive Director in the Sports Authority of Goa (SAG). The best thing about him was his direct approach, the ability to grasp issues thoroughly and no dilly dallying on matters. Rarely would one find files lingering in his office and he was always quick to clear them. He was all for transparency and very supportive to bring Sports Associations under the ambit of the RTI act. His works on prison reforms are well known and need no further elaboration. He supported the cause for construction of a Football stadium in Campal, one of the long standing demands of Goa's football loving fraternity. In fact, Mr. Gomes was one of the key officials, entrusted by the then CM Mr. Manohar. Parrikar, with the job of putting the stadium plans and approvals in place. ( A state-of-the art stadium is expected to come up in Campal in the near future). Elvis Gomes took the brave decision of quitting his distinguished service to enter politics. Whether he wins or not, time will tell but it takes a great lot of courage to do that which we must respect . I sincerely hope a person of his calibre who has served Goa for so many years does not become a victim of political tussle or one- Upmanship and that the Government and the ACB treats him fairly. May the truth prevail!
warm regards, Sandeep Heble Panaji-Goa 9326129171