In conclusion the vox populi vote as of today is for a) Taleigao Mr Atnasio B Monserate (INC) b) Cumbarjua Ms Nirmala Sawant (IND) c) Benaulim Mr Francisco Monte Cruz (UGDP) d) Margao Mr Sharmad Raiturkar (BJP) e) Poinguinim Mr Isidore Fernandes (INC)
But if the BJP manages to play the "Hindu card" by word of mouth given the low profile campaign stage manged by Mr Parrikar and his cohorts --- on the plea that he be allowed to complete the unfinished task of development activities of the past 51 months --- which Goans at large will definitely agree is NO match to performance of the MGP and INC rule then except for the Benaulim seat which will go to the UGDP all others will be swept by the BJP in a shocking verdict. Campaign notings Communal credentials and corruption at IFFI by BJP are highlighted by the secularists Secularist candidates referred to non BJP candidates in the fray as candidates rumoured to have the clandestine support of the BJP viz: Cumbarjua Ms Sawant Independent candidate from Canacona Mr Leao Monteiro Independent Benaulim Mr Francisco Monte Cruz The common refrain heard at most meetings is a) infighting within INC will witness another bye elections come 5th June 2005 (day of results) b) Churchill group and Luizinho group are at daggers drawn though they put up a semblance of unity c) If Babush wins will the INC be able to get him abide by the High Command or Local command or have to dance to his tunes d) Parrikar is a workaholic non of the other politicians can match -- this has earned him the wrath of others e) if it was not for making Catholic faith holidays as Restrictive Holidays and the notorious Freedom Movement CD circulated in schools Parrikar government would have lasted the full term f) Mr Parrikar is the right man in the wrong party -- had he joined INC we would have voted him hands down g) Mr Parrikar uses politicians like a condom--- Use and discard h) new words in political vocabulary "supreme sacrifice" or "sacrifice" to all resigned MLAs seeking re-election i) EDC issue,Pendse Commision report are referred to but not acted upon by BJP j) Burning of the Mosque at Porvorim (apparently following assault by two youth involved in accident with MP Shripad Naik who happened to be Moslems), pre-doctored computer training tender alloted to Goan one Mr Nilesh Amonkar the highest bidder (20 crores) 5 crore worth works of IFFI awarded for 23 crores. A song on Babush Monserates birthday bash 28th December which embarrased Mr Parrikar led him to quit in a huff --- "insert his fathers photo removing Gandhi on the Rupee notes " to register ones anger for removing the Mahatma Gandhi Birthday holiday is believed to have led to the ouster of Monserate by Mr Parrikar. Petrol diesel quota given for use of own vehicles besides the propaganda vehicles Snacks and cold drinks are supplied by most candidates at corner meetings Food cold and hot drink coupons are provided to volunteers and pre selected eating houses and hotels are earmarked for the purpose. Road shows and national and neighbouring state Maharashtra and Karnataka politicians lent logistic support to local candidates. Election Commission observers removed banners around booths well in advance. Stick no bills was observed more in the rule than in breach. Door to door campaign was adhered to by the BJP INC NCP candidates. GODFREY J I GONSALVES BORDA MARGAO GOA [EMAIL PROTECTED] ________________________________________________________________________ Yahoo! India Matrimony: Find your life partner online Go to: http://yahoo.shaadi.com/india-matrimony
