There is a famous saying “*The Pen is mightier than the sword*”. Non Resident Goans (NRG’s) like Rajan Parrikar, Freddy Fernandes, Mario Rodrigues, Rick Fernandes & others, write frequently to the Goan Newspapers, on saving Goa & its identity. However, time is running out and we need more impact; More NRG’s must, at least write frequently, to the local Goan media. **
* * Many NRG’s are skeptical that letters have any impact, so let me argue the same: (1) Many activists have told me that NRG letters not shape public opinion but also inspire these activists to carry on their fight for Goa, against the more powerful & well financed destructive lobbies, backed by a corrupt government. These activists at least need our moral support; which I must say, does work wonders!! (2) Vested Interests spread false propaganda. The key to Saving Goa is mobilizing Goans via awareness. As more people write on facts & solutions, Goans will be better informed & more confident, to go for the Change!! (3) Regular writing will undoubtedly fuel a VERY STRONG UNSTOPPABLE MOMENTUM amongst Goans, to rise & speak/act. (4) Surely lack of interest from Goans (particularly NRG’s) can de-motivate Activists in Goa. (5) Minimum 30% of Goans are outside Goa, exposed to various new ideas & best practices around the Globe; can’t we contribute something back to Goa? Many Goans are quite successful overseas; please “*NEVER FORGET WHERE YOU CAME FROM”*; you now have a Golden Opportunity in your one lifetime, to give back & help your people/home, when they need you the most!! The choice is yours; allow Goa that you know to die or do something to save it!! I believe that with increasing number of Goans joining the effort, the hope of saving Goa & its identity will only increase!! *Arwin Mesquita (Abu Dhabi, UAE)* -- Please post your comments on my Blog: http://goanidentity.blogspot.com/
