Floriano has been very provocate. Even if Goan men have Goan balls, it does not mean they must rally for each and every thing that some leaders, perhaps like Floriano, of Goa Su Raj Party, think is worthy of a fight. The Dabolim issue has lingered for years. I wish it also becomes civilian. But we must consider India's defence priorities. If the Navy feels that the Dabolim airport is "strategic" then the Central government has the right to keep it the way it is. Our regional feelings can take a second seat. It was because of its ideal loccation that the Navy took control of it. Since the alternative Mopa airport is now in the doldrums, it would be in ther interest of both Navy and the Goa government to work out a solution for the purpose and use of it as naval and civilivan airport. I doubt "Goan Balls" would convince the Navy to give up the airport. A dialogue seems a better way out. The Navy has also seized one of the two islands that can be seen from Marmagoa Harbour, Baina, Holland and Bogmallo beaches. I recently went on one of them (I think Island of Bats). It is also known as San Jorge Island (St. George island). The other one is Island of Bats The Navy is obviously playing "hardball": with "Goan Balls".
Eugene .
