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Re: Frederick Noronha's of Nov 1 on the subject I dont think operational use and ownership position are two distinct issues. In fact I consider the latter to be fundamental and a pre-requisite for the former. Unfortunately, little or no information has been forthcoming so far about the true ownership and title position as compared to the functional position on which, by contrast, a fairly clear picture is now available from pre-liberation days right up to date. In these circumstances, the somewhat convoluted point that any characterisation as an apparent 'dog in the manger' policy is likely to run up against the usual 'holy cow' factor is well taken. In closing let me say categorically that I dont claim to have any "solution" to the Dabolim problem. In fact I dont think there can be a solution in the mathematical sense at all. All can only work conscientiously and persistently towards a policy which effectively balances Indian military security interests with economic and social security interests of the people of Goa and the region.
