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Dear Cybergaokars on GoaNet,
Friday Balcao the fortnightly discussion event to be held on 27th February will feature the topic The Co-operative movement in Goa and the new legislation.
The discussion will be led by Mr. Shashikant Punaji, Vice Chairman of the Pernem Taluka Farmers Co-operative Society and editor of 'Sahakar Goa' a monthly magazine on Co-operatives and agriculture.
Mr. Punaji in his presentation will look at the Co-operative sector and its role in boosting Goa's economy. He will also cover people's participation in the co-operative sector in the various Talukas.
Besides covering the history of the co-operative movement in Goa Mr. Punaji will also discuss the implications of the recent Co-operative Act passed by the Goa Legislative Assembly .
Those citizens wanting to contribute to the discussion at Friday Balcao are urged to attend the event while those who cannot attend the event may send their views and action plan suggestions by post to FRIDAY BALCAO Post Box 78, Mapusa 403 507 or by email to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Friday Balcao will be from 4pm to 6pm at the Goa Desc Resource Centre No.11 Liberty Apartments Feira Alta, Mapusa and is open to members of the public.
Those citizens who would like to receive the regular invitation to Friday Balcao for 2004 and a one page synopsis of the fortnightly session can subscribe for the same by sending Rs.80/- to cover printing and mailing costs.
Interested citizens wanting more information on Friday Balcao can phone on 2252660
best wishes,
Lillian D'Costa
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