Hello all, It was nice of Miguel to mention some of The Energy and Resources Institute's (TERI) on-going projects in Goa, but I would like to straighten out a few facts.
TERI is the Programme Implementation Agency (PIA) for the Government of India Watershed programme in the villages of Kudchire, Sarvona, Mavlinghe, Karapur and Bordem, NOT Pissurlem as was mentioned in the email. TERI is working on the "Regeneration of Mining Areas through Tri-Sector Partnerships" in Pissurlem along with several other villages. Both these programmes have a capacity building component. HOWEVER, we do not require any funds for these projects at this stage. We would appreciate contributions other than money. By this I mean volunteering time, advice, suggestions, insights etc. that will enrich our local engagement. Thanks and I look forward to any suggestions or comments. Shirin Cooper >>> [EMAIL PROTECTED] 10/14/03 11:11 AM >>> Dear Netters, The value of a well made point is often lost when the writer wants to remain anonymous. The 'Solitary Goan' should put a name to himself,if s/he does not have one already! If one lacks courage,one should neither talk nor post on the net. What is the point? For those who would like to do something at Pissurlem [near Sanquelim and Onda/Honda,in Sattari taluka of Goa],please contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] with your offers. Shirin is a Research Associate for TERI [The Energy Research Institute,formerly TATA ERI] with which Ligia Noronha has long been associated. TERI is the 'PIA'[ not 'Pain in the Anatomy' but 'Programme Implementation Agency'] for watershed development in Pissurlem under a Govt.of India scheme implemented through the Directorate of Agriculture,Panaji-Goa. The scheme has an assistance of just Rs.5000/- per household over a period of 5 years or an average of Rs.1000/-[US$20] per year. One could contribute to the training and common infrastructure by contributions in cash to the joint account of the project. Any takers? How much would Togetherforgoa contribute to the project account at the Pissurlem watershed?? Shirin's,Directorate of Agriculture[Goa] and my email IDs are known to all of you now. We are waiting for your contribution[in cash,not postings!]. I am all ears. For those who would like to contribute closer to their homes, there are watersheds [both under NWDPA and Western Ghat Scheme] in Bicholim, Pernem, Bardez, Tiswadi, Ponda, Sanguem, Salcet, Quepem and Canacona. You can choose your beneficiary. The Zonal Agriculture Officer of each taluka will be only too happy to introduce you to the village leaders under the project. The process is democratic and transparent. You could even fund an activity through NSS volunteers from colleges during October and April vacations. Next vacations begin 19 October. Viva Goa. Miguel From: "togetherforgoa" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Dear all, > Can we stop our petty wars...in the form of letters on the net and elsewhere and do something, before it is too late??? > We seem to be busy fault finding... or is is trying to see the speck in the other's eye. ... > Can we look beyond??? and come together to save goa, > I happened to come accross the poem below and went to pissurlem to see for myself. It makes sence.... try it out... before it is too late.... > Some of our NRI brothers seem to be anxious to save their lost properties in Goa.... > What's the point of the saving the property.... when the land to is being lost. > Come take a break.... visit Pissurlem... and see for yourself.....seeing is believing... > regards > One Solitary Goan --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.524 / Virus Database: 321 - Release Date: 10/6/2003 ########################################################################## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ########################################################################## ########################################################################## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##########################################################################
