Seminar on NRI Goan Issues - A Report The NRI delegation from Goa, headed by Honorable Commissioner for NRI Affairs, Government of Goa , Shri Eduardo Faleiro, attended along with other members of the visiting delegation, Vice Admiral John C. D'Silva, Chairman, Overseas Employment Agency of Goa, Shri Ullas D. Kamat, Director of NRI Affairs and Ms. Sabina Martins, President of the 'Bailancho Saad' organization of Goa, the Seminar on NRI Goan issues, which was held at Carlton Towers Hotel on 6th November, 2007 between 7.00 pm to 9.00 pm. H.E. the Ambassador of India to Kuwait, M. Ganapathi, and other dignitaries from the Embassy of India, Kuwait also graced the occasion by their distinguished presence amidts a fairly large gathering of Goans. The proceeding of the Seminar were conducted by Mr. Wilson Coelho, President of the Goan Welfare Society - Kuwait, on behalf of the organising committee, comprising of other Goan Clubs/organizations. He introduced each of the dignitaties on the dais and highlighted their crede ntials. Shri Eduardo Faleiro, Commissioner for NRI Affairs, Goa, spoke of the achievements of the Commission, from the time of its establishment and till date. He also highlighted the various NRI Issues that were addressed from time to time for the benefit of the NRI Goans and the results that emerged consequent to the work of the Commission. He urged the Goans present at this seminar to present their issues, preferable in writing, so that he could study the same and take appropriate steps for redressal of the isssues raised, on his return to Goa. H.E. the Ambassador of India, M. Ganapathi, in his address welcomed Shri Faleiro and the delegation to Kuwait and stated that Shri Faleiro, whom he knew well when the later was a Union Minister in the Government of India, for several years. He went on to state that Shri Faleiro was a committed leader and was passionate about serving his people with utmost devotion and dedication and that the Goans were fortunate to have such a leader at the helm of affairs to address the NRI Goan issues. He praised the manner in which he was welcomed and was pleased at the way the seminar was conducted. Stressing on the need to stay united, while in a foreign country, he said much could be achieved unitedly and encouraged all Goans to forge unity at all times. The Director of NRI Affairs, Goa, Shri Ullas D. Kamat, presented a detailed report of activities taken up by the Commissioner's office and their achievements. He also distributed Report of the Global Goans Covention held between 3-5 January, 2007 in Goa along with a CD on Goan music entitled 'DAIZ', a collection of authentic Goan music. In his address he has welcomed all NRI Goans to send their issues to the Commissioner's office and assured that he would personally ensure that each of the issues will get due attention from his end. Mr. John C. D'Silva, Chairman of the Overseas Employment Agency of Goa, spoke about the purpose of establishing this Agency for the benefit of Goan Youth who seek jobs abroad. He said that the Agency also conducts training and gives guidance in line with their policy. He contented that Goans abroad, who are in a position to help fellow Goans back home, in finding suitable jobs should recommend the Employment Agency of Goa and that from his side he would provide the required candidates, wherever possible. Thereafter, Ms. Sabina Martins, President of 'Bailancho Saad', spoke about the purpose of her visit to Kuwait and explained how her organisation works for the protection of the rights of women worldwide. She highlighted the work undertaken by their organization for the alleviation of the hardships faced by women due to various social causes. She has appealed to Goon organizations to help her in her cause by registering as volunteers. Several questions on varied Goon issues were put forward to the Commissioner of NRI Affairs and he has assured that he would look into each case and try to find suitable solutions and communicate with them the status after taking up the matters with the concerned authorities. Towards the end there was a musical performance by Aggie - The One Man Band, backed up by sound system provided by Rupert D'Costa, together they entertained the delegates while refreshments and snacks were served. The Seminar on NRI Goan Issues was sponsored by WESTERN UNION Money Transfer, who incidentally are also the sponsors of Goa Day 2007 to be held on 9th November, 2007 at the India Community School, Salmiya, Kuwait. _________________________________________________________________ Explore the seven wonders of the world http://search.msn.com/results.aspx?q=7+wonders+world&mkt=en-US&form=QBRE
