[Goanet] Uproar in Pilgao gram sabha over illegal mining
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- Tri Continental Film Festival 2008 July 25 - 30, 2008 Goa, India http://www.moviesgoa.org/page/tri_continental/ http://www.moviesgoa.org/tricon/schedule_2008.pdf --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM JULY 28: The pilgao Gram Sabha today witnessed an uproar over the panchayat's inability to stop the illegal mining activities in the panchayat and some abusive words by the people added fuel to the fire. Today the gram sabha was believed to see some heated discussion over the issue of mining as the panch members had earlier expressed that the authorities were not supporting them in the anti-mining agitations. When the issue of mining was raised the people demanded to know as to how many people have been employed by the company since 2004. They also highlighted the problems of pollution and damage done to fields due to mining. Several villagers demanded to revoke the license given to the company. People told about some of the illegal work carried out by the company including construction of a new jetty, loading point and a weighing bridge in the panchayat. Panch, Ajay Parab in his reply told that the company has failed in giving employment the villagers from Pilgao since last many years. On the issue of illegal mining in the area Parab told that the authorities are not supporting them and they are made to run from polar to the post. We approached every authority and complained against the illegal mining activities in our panchayat but no one is ready to take our complaint. Parab told the gram sabha. At this point some villagers accused few panchas for not supporting the issue. Enraged by the comments panch, Mahadev Vengurlekar tried to defend his position and told some of the villagers to sit down. A villager in a fit of anger orally abused the panch and the people in general sought to know as to what right Vengurlekar has in asking the villagers to keep quite. The meeting is chaired by the sarpanch and the panch has no right to stop someone from speaking Deelip Gawas and others said. The crowd was pacified when the sarpanch, Sangeeta Dhatkar told the gathering not to use slag language in the hall. Later, it was unanimously resolved to stop a work where illegal work is being carried out by the mining company. The topic of formalities for issue of Income certificate from the secretary also came up for the meeting. The villagers charged the panchayat and the secretary for making it compulsory for everyone to get signature from the respective panch member for getting the Income certificate when there is no such rule. As per the rule issuing of the Income certificate is the sole right of the secretary and the sarpanch has to sign on it the villagers told adding now the people have to search the panch and if the panch is not in good terms with the person he denies to sign. In this respect with the demand from the villagers it was resolved to cancel the extra formality and go as per the law. Issue of a pending road from Sarmanas to Tarwada also came up for discussion and the villagers charged that the proposal is pending since 1999. We had reserved about 3 lakh for the work but later no one looked into the matter. an ex-panch disclosed. The people also demanded to review the Below Poverty Line list and told that several names wrongly included in the list. At the end of the meeting the people got furious when a panch disclosed that the meeting has come to an end. The people demanded that they would not leave the hall till a resolution that was wrongly written during 2006-07 be re- written. Accordingly, the secretary wrote the resolution about the expenditure which was then opposed by the villagers. Indrayani Usapkar, Mahadev Vengurlekar, Ajay Parab, Satish Gimonkar , Sangeeta Dhatkar, and Dulo Bhamaikar were present for the meeting while Sandesh Govekar failed to attend the meeting.
[Goanet] Three held for ore theft at Bicholim
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- Tri Continental Film Festival 2008 July 25 - 30, 2008 Goa, India http://www.moviesgoa.org/page/tri_continental/ http://www.moviesgoa.org/tricon/schedule_2008.pdf --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM JULY 28: The Bicholim police today arrested three persons in connection with theft with of iron ore worth Rs 1 lakh. According to the complaint registered by the contract manager of a mining company, V Rao on Wednesday four trucks were asked to unload iron ore from tinai ghat to a plot at Kothambi Pali. The drivers instead of unloading the ore at the designated plot sold it to some other party. The Bicholim police on receiving the complaint arrested Tanvir Dalpati (Kothambi); Ajay Verekar (Surla); and Rama Rathod (Usgao) and recovered a truck while three more trucks are yet to be traced. Bicholim PSI, T P Walke is further investigating the case.
[Goanet] Support New Projects For Development : CM
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM AUG 4: The chief Minister, Digambar Kamat today urging all the people and the parties to carry out social development through politics announced that the work of the long pending Bicholim bridge would begin in a months time. The chief minister was speaking at the convention of the congress workers organised by the Bicholim lock congress committee and the Sattari Yuva Morcha at Bicholim today. The foundation stone of the Bicholim bridge, which is the only easier route that connects Bicholim and Sanquelim, was laid down an year ago by the congress and since then no work was carried out in this direction. The people and the MLA, Rajesh Patnekar had strongly protested against this move of the government and had demanded immediate starting of the work on the project. Speaking on the occasion Kamat lamented on the present scenario and told that people are opposing developmental projects for their personal interest. No one has the right to stop someone or some project if it is legal and abides by the rules Kamat told adding the people have developed selfish mentality and this is the greatest hindrance towards development. Telling about the pending projects in Bicholim taluka the chief minister told that the projects would be taken up one by one and all the assurances would be fulfilled during his tenure. The work of the Bicholim bridge would begin in a month he assured the gathering the demand of a kala Bhavan would also be met. He also urged all the congress workers and the supporters to work hard to make Bicholim stronghold of congress. The speaker, Pratapsingh Rane in his speech focused upon the Gonas who are trying to oppose every project in the state. Development is the base of any country or state and so one must think before opposting any project Rane told adding Before opposing one should discuss the project with the government and even the governemnt should take into considerating the environmental aspect while sanctioning the project. To oppose every project is wrong as it would only lead to unemployment in the state Rane reminded we should think about future generation and the youths should get united to oppose the moves of such people. The health minister, Vishwajeet Rane expressed his concern over the Bicholim Primary Health Centre and told that the efforts are being made to upgrade the same. Telling that the BJP was not able to bring about any progress in Bicholim he assured that in next four years they would fulfill all their promises given to the people. The Goa Pradesh Congress President, Francis Sardhin, Bicholim Block congress committee President, Naresh Sawal also spoke on the occasion. In the begining Vidya Parab welcomed the gathering while later Babanrao Rane proposed the vote of thanks.
[Goanet] Pilgaonkars return to their roots during Ganesh
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 8: If nuclear families have had a separate existence from their clan, Ganesh Chaturthi is an occasion for them to return to their roots for a few days. The age old tradition of celebrating five days ganesh festival by Prabhugaonkar family from Gaonkarwada Pilgao has become an unique example as every year about 325 family members come together to celebrate the festival. On this day all the members of the family come together from several parts of the state and enjoy the festival. It is the time for all the members to come together, share their feelings and enjoy the festival in real sense Jaidev Prabhugaonkar a senior family member told Herald adding the tradition is going on since many years and this is the third generation which is now celebrating the festival with same vigor. During the five days the family members come together and all the food is prepared in the house by the women. About 60 to 70 women are involved in the daily chores right from the morning tea to the dinner. Jaidev explained The expense is bared by every member and we have maintained a special fund for the same; every year we contribute to it and now it has gone upto eight lakh. The five days are filled with lot of enjoyment where the women involve in singing, dancing and other rituals. A unique programme of the festival is the fugdi by men which is done during the second day. Fugdi which is the traditional Goan dance is mostly performed by women, but as per our tradition men perform this dance in our house during chaturthi Jaidev said. In the hoses there is also a small temple of goddess Rampurush. The second day is also important as on this day 'awsar' (man is possessed by goddess) comes on one of the family member and the goddess bless the entire family. Jaidev claims. The festival also involves several competitive and musical programmes. The Prabhugaonkars are celebrating the festival since several years and now as some of them are well settled they have also made golden ornaments for theidol. Whatever we are today is because of the blessings of Ganpati and we hope that our children would keep up this tradion even in our absence Vinayak Prabhugaokar asserts.
[Goanet] cyclonic winds create havoc in Bicholim
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 12: The cyclonic wind and heavy rains today lashed Bicholim injuring about 5 persons and causing damage to a government school building and houses at Pale Bicholim. According to the available information the cyclonic wind hit Chinchawada Pali at about 11.45 am. The force of the wind was so strong that a school building and several houses were damaged causing loss of property worth more than Rs 2 lakh. In the afternoon when the cyclone took place classes were going on in the Government Primary High school at Chinchawada. Due to the cyclone the roof of the building was damaged and the tiles fell into the classrooms. In the incident the teacher, Sangeeta Marathe and three students including Narayan Jadhav, Alim Sayeed, Deepak Kamble were injured. All the injured were immediately shifted to Primary Health Centre Sanquelim with the help of the emergency service. The teacher, Marathe a student Jadhav who sustained head and leg injuries were later shifted to GMC Bambolim while others were sent home after preliminary treatment. The cyclone also damaged about six houses. The roof top of the houses belonging to Sunanda Naik, Pushpawati Walwoikar, Shankar Gawde, Pandurang Kamat and Usha Morajkar was flown away for almost 100 mts. Another house belonging to Joseph Bareto was damaged as a branch of a tree fell on it. Deputy collector, Arvind Bugde; Mamletdar, Pramod Bhat; ADEI, Ashok Pawshe; Pale sarpanch, MG youth Chief, Mehsh Gawas; Pratap Gawas also visited the site. Mamletdar later instructed the talathis to submit the report of the damage caused due to cyclone.
Re: [Goanet] Orissa Christians Suspect Hindu Hand Behind Saraswati Murder
-- Samir Umarye Date: Sat, 13 Sep 2008 05:51:48 +0530 From: Ancy D'Souza [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Goanet] Orissa Christians Suspect Hindu Hand Behind Saraswati Murder To: Goanet [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Ancy D'Souza seem to have just copied and pasted the news that he got from somewhereor more to it he seem to have acted like a PRO in this case without knowing detail facts. Here i am giving only SOME details from what i know about the issue.. It was Aug 23 when all were celebrating Gokulasthami that the gruesome murder of Swami Laxmananand Saraswati took place. About 28 persons entered the ashram and fired on swami in which he along with other 4 of his followers were killed. KANDHAMAL a hill region from Orissa. ..In 1994 the part of Kandhamal was separated from the Phulbani district. This new district was named Kandhamal as included the Hindu Schedule tribe population of Kandh (Kondh). They were the followere of Hindu religion and worshiped the nature and Hindu deity. Their poverty, illiteracy was the main cause which led some of the Christan missionaries to interfere into their personal life. Christians know only one 'god the lord' and they never worship nature or idol which at times they call a stone. Swami Laxmananand Saraswati was the man who stood against this conversion. Attempts were made by the missionaries to kill him several times in 1967,1961, 1976, 1978,1982,1986 and 2000. Everytime they missed their target. But, on Aug 23 the task of missionaries was fulfilled. Swami Laxmananand Saraswati had got a threatening letter on Aug 22 but the state authorities ignored it. On 9th Aug in the Raikiya Samaj Kendra run by christan terrorist there was a meeting held and the topic was to kill swami. It was attended by ex-MP, Nakul Nayak; ex leader of Tamudibandh village, Krishna padashet and some others (All converted christans). After the massacer of Swami Laxmananand Saraswati there was hardly any publicity that was given to the issue as it did not delt with the MINORITY. Later when the issue was taken up the police arrested a worker of the World Vision a Christan association from Kandhamala. Another two person from Gujiwadi Kikram Diggal and Wiliams Diggal were also arrested from the house of one Laal Diggal. ALL THE THREE ACCEPTED THAT THEY ASSISTED THE MURDER OF Swami Laxmananand Saraswati. When the situation went out of control the killers tried to pacify the situation by claiming that it was the work of Maoiest. That's the best thing any one could do at such a point of time when they have no other alternative but to save themselves from the SIN. But to their bad luck the Maoist had first only saved their skin by pasting posters in the district saying that they are not involved in the murder. Now this is another stunt of the Christan missionaries which Ancy D'Souza has tried to publish. Carry on till the DOOM'S DAY
[Goanet] BJP workers given crash course on media techniques
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM, SEPT 21 - If you can't beat them, make efforts to understand them. It was a political gathering with a difference, as 60 BJP workers were given a crash course on media techniques at a two-day media management training camp in Mulgao-Bicholim, which began on Saturday. The two-days residential camp was organised by the State BJP in association with the Rambahvu Mhalgi Prabhodhini (RMP) of Mumbai. This is the first time that we are organising a two-day training camp for BJP workers from every taluka, explained Shubhash Salkar, BJP General Secretary and Goa Media Cell Incharge. This is an attempt to make our BJP workers aware of the importance of the media in the political arena. There are several developmental works and meetings held at every level from the panchayat level onwards, but not all issues are reported in the newspapers, Mr Salkar added. He informed that representatives from all constituencies are attending the camp and experts would guide them on several media issues. Today, we need to explain to the people the efforts of the BJP and without the media, this is not possible. We cannot expect the media to come to us all the time and so, we need to approach the media. This is exactly the idea of the camp, Mr Salkar said. During the two-day camp, BJP workers were made aware on issues such as building relations with the media, writing press notes, organising press conferences and focusing on importance topics while writing news and stories for the media. We would like a BJP representative to handle the media and in this regard, there will be a special Press Unit of the party in every constituency, Salkar said. Resource persons at the camp include Maharashtra BJP Media Cell Incharge Keshav Upadhya (writing press notes), AIR News Reporter Balaji Prabhugaonkar (radio journalism), DD News Reporter Sunil Naik (television journalism) and RMP Chief Co-coordinator Ravindra Sathe (propaganda and publicity). National BJP Spokesperson Rajiv Pratap Rudy will address the concluding function on Sunday.
[Goanet] Liquor worth 7 lakh seized at Bicholim
TRI Continental Film Festival - Dona Paula, Goa, Sep 28 - Oct 2, 2007 http://www.moviesgoa.org/tricontinental/tricon.htm For public viewing. Registration at The International Centre Goa. (Ph: +91-832-2452805 to 10) Online Media Partner: http://www.GOANET.org -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 27: The Bicholim police today seized liquor worth Rs 7 lahk at Mulgao Bicholim transported illegally to the neighbouring state of Karnataka and arrested four persons. According to the Bicholim police the action was taken in the morning after the tip-off from the Karnataka Excise department that a truck is carrying illegal liquor from Goa to Karnataka. The Bicholim police intercepted the truck (TN- 45-M-6327) at Shirodwadi Mulgao. The police seized about 600 boxes of liquor worth Rs seven lakh. Speaking to media persons Bicholim PI, Braz Menezes said that the truck might have been loaded either at Ponda or Panjim and was plying towards Patradevi. They might have changed the route after knowing about the police who were on their lookout and so came to Bicholim Menezes said. Those who were arrested include P Yaganna Reddy , Ravikumar Venkataraman both from Andhra Pradesh; Raju Madhu Raj and Ravi Shankar from Tamil Nadu. The four were arrested under section 465, 471, 418, 420 IPC and were remanded to five days police custody. Meanwhile, police suspect a huge racket of illegal liquor trade in the area and are further investigating the case in this direction.
[Goanet] FLOODS HIT BICHOLIM ONCE AGAIN, LIFE DESRUPTED, RESIDENTS EVACUATED
TRI Continental Film Festival - Dona Paula, Goa, Sep 28 - Oct 2, 2007 http://www.moviesgoa.org/tricontinental/tricon.htm For public viewing. Registration at The International Centre Goa. (Ph: +91-832-2452805 to 10) Online Media Partner: http://www.GOANET.org FLOODS HIT BICHOLIM ONCE AGAIN, LIFE DESRUPTED, RESIDENTS EVACUATED BY SAMIR UMARYE BICHOLIM SEPT 28: The Bicholim taluka was hit by a severe floods on Thursday night, due to heavy rains, in which property worth lakhs of rupees was damaged and the life was paralysed. According to the available information the areas of Keri Sattari were affected much before the Bicholim taluka. The water table on the Keri Dam started rising late in the evening on Thursday. We had inspected the dam at about 6.30 pm but the water level was normal but due to heavy rains in Karnataka the water started rising and by 8.45 the dam was almost full PWD chief engineer, Sandeep Nadkarni explained adding we had no option but to let some water out as it was building pressure on the dam. At about 11 pm the water had almost flooded some of the areas of Keri including Ghoteli, Shiroli and the surrounding villages. The villages were flooded and the supporting wall build by the government proved useless as the water current was very high Prabhakar Majik from Keri told Herald. --- Photo at: http://www.goanet.org --- In Bicholim the situation was under control till midnight when suddenly the water level started rising. In Bicholim the water started rising only after midnight due to high tide and started receding in the morning the chief engineer told. The entire market area was under water and the water was far more than the earlier floods in Bicholim. In Bicholim the worst affected areas included Pilgao, Mulgao, Gaonkarwada, market area, places near the Town centre, Shantadurga High School, sonar peth and other surrounding area. In Sanquelim the areas which were affected include Supachikond, Harvalem, New market and the old market area. At Pilgao Bicholim a house belonging to one Santosh Pednekar was surrounded by water from all the sides thereby entirely cutting off their contacts with others. At Bagwada Pilgao about eight families were affected when water entered their houses. Here the water was seen in the government school till morning. The people from Bicholim and Sanquelim market were the worst affected by floods. Some of them were able to retrieve their belongings when informed by their friends at night, but for most of them it was a difficult task as the water level and the current was very high. A milk packet carrying truck was almost submerged under the water as the driver was not able to reckon the depth of water near Shantadurgh High school. Many of the electronic items, cloths, furniture from the shops were damaged due to floods. We managed to retrieve the food items and kept it at high place when we came to know about the possible floods a shopkeeper from Bicholim said. Till morning the shivaji ground and the market was filled with water. The water also entered the Bicholim police station and several of the documents and files were damaged. At Sanquelim two kioks were totally washed away and water entered into the shops from the old market area. In a shocking incident a tempo parked near the river was washed away into the market for about 100 meters. The people from a building situated near the Walwanti river at Sanquelim had to be rescued by the fire force when the water started rising. A similar operation was also carried out at Supachikond where the water had surrounded a house. A house was surrounded by water and family was in danger at Supachikond we were not able to use the boats due to high current so we thought of using rope, but the family preferred to stay on the slab Fire force officer, Mohan Nanodkar told Herald regretting some of the people ignored the warning siren given by us which made the situation worse. In this village about 10 houses were partly damaged due to floods. The water entered the houses in most of the low lying area of Bicholim, Sanquelim and Mulgao. As the water did not recede in the morning and the roads were filled with water many of the office goers preferred to stay at home. The traffic was diverted from Bordem as the road near the Shantadurga school was entirely submurged. The schools and the higher secondaries from Bicholim and Sanquelim were declared holidays. In the morning at about 11 am the Chief Minister, Digambar Kamat visited the flood affected areas. The chief minister visited the shops and houses at Sanquelim, Keri Bicholim and heard the problems of the people. He assured the people that a permanent solution would be sought out to minimise
[Goanet] Teacher assaulted, mangalsutra snatched at Bicholim
-- samir BICHOLIM JULY 24: Some unknown culprits snactched mangalsutra worth Rs 25,000/- and assulted a teacher from Karapur Sanquelim today. According to the available information one Nageshree N Satardekar from Dnyanvidya High School from Karapur was proceeding towards her house at Kulan after the school in the afternoon. As Satardekar was walking from a short cut lonely road some unknown person stopped her and snatched the mangalsutra after assaulting her. She later reported the incident to the police. PSI, Tukaram Walke attached to the Bicholim police station is further investigating the case. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/attachments/20070725/fbed83d2/attachment.htm
[Goanet] Mayem panchayat meeting called off, secretary fails to attend
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- Support growing the reading habit among Goa's next generation of achievers Bookworm Library and Magazine Bluebelle, Tamba Colony, St Inez, Goa Contacts: Tel: +91 9823222665 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] --- -- Samir Umarye -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM OCT 8: The Mayem panchayat meeting called to discuss the no-confidence motion had to be called off under great commotion as the panchayat secretary failed to turn up for the meeting. In the 11 member panchayat the no-confidence motion was moved by seven members against the sarpanch, Reshma Sawant and deputy sarpanch, Vinita Gaonkar on september 17. Today a special meeting was called to discuss the same but the meeting had to be called off as the panchayat secretary, Vasudev Raut at the last minute informed that he was hospitalised and would not come for the meeting. In the morning 10 panchas including Sarpanch, Reshma Sawant deputy, Vinita GaonkarTulshidas, Chodankar, Suhasini Kinalkar, Diksha Patre, Santosh Bhosle, Krishna Chodanka, Kajal Karbotkar,Nilkhanth Nagvekar and Sanjay Arondekar were present for the meeting. one panch, Anita Naik was absent for the meeting. The meeting began at about 11 am and on the request of the opposition police force was also deployed in the panchayat hall. The opposition members who had passed the motion got furious when they came to know that the meeting cannot be held due to the absence of the Secretary. They questioned the observer who was present as to how the secretary can remain absent for this special meeting without intimation when he attends all other meetings on Sundays. The observer expressed his helplessness in conducting the meeting and told that he would submitt the report to the BDO. Speaking to reporters later in the evening the opposition panchas heavily came down on the secretary for not attending the special meeting and told that all these are only means to retain power. They also expressed their suprise over the failure of the telephone lines from the panchayat and the office of the BDO since morning. In the afternoon the BDO called the BDO's office and told that he was admitted in the Asilo hospital at Mapusa and was not able to attend the meeting. Meanwhile, the aggrieved panchas have called upon the panchayat director to look into the matter and take appropriate action.
[Goanet] MAND workshop on Nov 25 at Panjim
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- Support growing the reading habit among Goa's next generation of achievers Bookworm Library and Magazine Bluebelle, Tamba Colony, St Inez, Goa Contacts: Tel: +91 9823222665 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM OCT 8: The MAND, An adivasi-rights resource centre, an initiative of Gawda, Kunbi, Velip, and Dhangar Federation (GAKUVED), in collaboration with Nature, Environment, Society and Transformations (NEST) has organised a one day workshop on the draft prepared on the Goan Adivasis on sunday, November 25, 2007 at Caritas Hall Panjim from 10.00am to 5.00pm. According to the press note issued by the co-ordinator of the MAND, Sebastian Rodrigues movements related to tribal rights all over India are in the process of publishing a consolidated reference book about the Status of Adivasis and Indigenous People in India. In Goa too there are Adivasis and the Study is being prepared. The draft is ready and for the wider discussion and it will be debated at the occasion. The draft full day's programme will consists of the following discussion sessions: Introduction of SAIP study project,Visual description of MAND evolution, Goa Study: Pre-Portuguese situation of tribes in Goa, Goa Study: Tribes under Portuguese colonial Period, Goa Study: Tribes after 1961 liberation and Planning ahead: Crafting networks for tribal empowerment in Goa. In all 50 participants can attend the workshop and it is asked to confirm the participation by October 25, 2007. The participants are expected to have read the draft Goa report and offer critical comments on any of the themes of the study during the work shop. In case participants wants to send in their written comments in advance they are allowed to do so. The draft study and more details can be availed by sending an e-mail to : [EMAIL PROTECTED] or by contacting on the mobile: 09923336347.
[Goanet] King Cobra rescued by Amrut Singh
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- Support growing the reading habit among Goa's next generation of achievers Bookworm Library and Magazine Bluebelle, Tamba Colony, St Inez, Goa Contacts: Tel: +91 9823222665 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM OCT 11: The Animal Rescue Squad on sunday caught a 13.8 feet King cobra at Thane Sattari and today it was released in the forest of the western ghats. Speaking to Herald the chief of the Animal Rescue Squad (ARS), Amrut Singh told that this is the eleventh King Cobra rescued by them from Valpoi. The recent King cobra was found on Sunday at Pali Thane- Sattari in the kulaghar belonging to one Santosh Soma Gaonkar. Gaonkar was busy in cutting the bushes in his kulaghar when he suddenly spoted the snake at about 11 am. At first he thought it would be a bamboo, but with a closer look he came to know that it is a reptile Amrut Singh told adding he immediately contacted us and we rescued the cobra. The king cobra was eating a monitor lizard when it was first spoted by Gaonkar, it was half eaten since last three days and we had to remove it first after catching the snake he disclosed adding today in the presence of the media we released the cobra deep into the forest.
[Goanet] Illegal cutting of trees at proposed Vathadev mining site
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM OCT 14: The forest department has received a complaint in connection with the illegal cutting down of the trees located at the proposed mining site at Vathadev Bicholim. It may be stated that a mining company has been given the sanction to start mining activities at Vathadev inspite of opposition from the locals. As of now several morchas, demonstrations have been carried out by the villagers in protest against the same. The panchayat through a special meeting had strongly disapproved any plans to start mining activities which would harm the Bicholim river. The said land has now been given on lease by the owners for a period of 20 years and as per the sources the near by company (Cosme pharma) is likely to be shifted to Maulinguem. To add to this the recent controversy is that some people have started cutting down some of the huge trees including the cashew trees from the hillock. It is learnt that the company has allowed the people to cut down the trees and make some extra money. So, the people have started cutting down the trees without taking the forest department into consideration.
[Goanet] 43 year old held for molesting minor in Bicholim
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM OCT 21: A 43 year old parent from Vathadev was today arrested by the Bicholim police in connection with molestation of a nine year old girl from a school. According to the available information the incident occurred on Tuesday at about 7.30 am near the school premises of Our Lady of Grace High School. One Subhani Desai (43) from Vathadev Bicholim had gone to drop his girl to school. After dropping her he waited near the school passage going towards the girls toilet. Soon he saw a girl from standard Vth coming in the direction of the toilet. When the girl reached the toilet, seeing no one around the accused fondled with her . Stunned with the incident the girl narrated the entire incident to her parents in the evening who in turn contacted the Headmistress, Coutin Dias. As the girl was unable to identify the molester the school parents decided to keep a vigil near the school. Today in the morning the girl happened to see the molester who had come to drop his own girl to the school. The people around caught hold of the accused and thrashed him black and blue. When the molester came to know that there is no escape from the mob he rescued himself and ran to the Bicholim police station. Based upon a formal complaint already registered by the Headmistress the Bicholim police arrested the molester under section 354 IPC and section 8 (1) of the Goa Children's Act. He was later remanded to two days police custody. PSI, Tukaram Walke is further investigating the case under the guidance of PI, Braz Menezes.
[Goanet] Molester remanded to custody
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM OCT 23: The JMFC Bicholim today remanded the person involved in molestation case to fourteen days judicial custody. It may be recalled that one Subhashin Desai (48) from Vathadev Bicholim was involved in molesting a 11 year old girl from a school in Bicholim on October 17. The headmistress had later registered a case in the matter with the police. Two days after the incident the victim noticed the molester and he was caught near the school. Today when he was produced before the court he was remanded to 14 days judicial custody. PSI, Tukaram Walke attached to the Bicholim police station is further investigating the case.
[Goanet] Locals stage anti-mining rally in Bicholim
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM OCT 24: About 200 villagers from Vathadev Bicholim including the workers from the cosme Pharma Ltd today organised a rally in protest against the proposed mining in the village. It may be stated that a mining company has been given the sanction to start mining activities at Vathadev inspite of opposition from the locals. As of now several morchas, demonstrations have been carried out by the villagers in protest against the same. The panchayat through a special meeting had strongly disapproved any plans to start mining activities which would harm the Bicholim river. Today as a part of the protest the villagers and the workers of the cosme Pharma Ltd carried out the rally which began at about 10 am from the village and culminated at Shivaji Maharaj Maidan at Bicholim. In the rally men, women and children participated in large number. The workers of the Cosme Pharma Ltd, a company which is likely to be affected due to mining activities, also protested the move of the mine owners. After reaching the Shivaji Maidan the meeting was addressed by the labour leader, Chiristopher Fonseca. Addressing the gathering Fonseca extended the full support of the workers' union for the cause of the villagers and the pharma workers. We fully support the workers of the cosme pharma and this is only the beginning of our agitation Fonseca warned adding the pharma company should make their stand clear in the matter or face severe consequences. He also demanded with the state government to cancel the lease given to the mining company to start its activity in the area. We would fight till the end and the government would be forced to cancel the lease given to the mining company he told. Environmentalist, Ramesh Gawas came down heavily over the sanction given by the central government to the companey. Inspite of the local opposition they have cleared the proposal without even taking into consideration the ill effects on the environment that the mining will cause Gawas explained warning if the company sets up its unit we will stall the work at any cost. He also called the sanction given to the mining as illegal and called upon all the people of Bicholim to save the river. Labour leader, Raju Mangeshkar; villager, Jitendra Sawaikar also spoke on the occasion.
[Goanet] Saleli units ordered to stop crushing
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM, OCT 30 - In a major decision, Bicholim Deputy Collector Arvind Bugde has directed all stone-crushing units at Saleli-Valpoi to stop activities till they comply with pollution control measures. Out of action for nearly two years, the controversial stone-crushing units at Saleli-Sattari were allowed to resume temporary operations on October 24, following directives from the High Court, as officials were sent to examine the pollution levels of these units. It may be recalled that the 13 crushing units were shut down on December 25, 2005, following protests from villagers, who claimed that the units were causing dust pollution. A local businessman, Pritviraj Krishnarao Rane, was murdered the next day, sparking off tension in the village. A number of policemen, including senior police officials, were injured in the ensuing clashes with the protestors. Following a complaint lodged by aggrieved residents on October 11, 2005, the Bicholim Deputy Collector recorded the statements of the villagers, 11 Government officials and the 13 unit owners. In his order, Deputy Collector Bugde held the stone-crushing units responsible for pollution and asked the owners to stop the activities. The units should stop activities until such time they take precautionary measures to suppress noise and dust pollution to the satisfaction of the Goa State Pollution Control Board, the order stated. The owners have also been asked to submit fresh environment impact assessment plans containing short-term and long-term precautionary measures approved by the GSPCB.
[Goanet] Anti mining agitation at Bicholim continues for the fourth day
* GOANET C * O * M * M * U * N * I * T * Y E * V * E * N * T * Xavier Center of Historical Research presents HISTORY HOUR TOPIC: Waste Wise - An Interactive Awareness Presentation on Waste Management in Goa SPEAKER: Clinton Vaz - November 16, 2007 - 5:30pm VISIT: http://tinyurl.com/222757 -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM NOV 16: Trouble that erupted at Navelim (Bicholim) when an irate mob of about 400 villagers from Amona, Kudnem, Navelim and Pissurlem blocked the road on Tuesday, to protest against the pollution by mining companies in the area continued for the fourth day today even as the officials failed to break the deadlock. The agitating residents, who blocked mining traffic since 10.30 am, have decided to continue their agitation on Wednesday, even as Bicholim Deputy Collector Arvind Bugde has convened a meeting on Thursday to resolve the problem. Bugde sought to persuade the protesters by stating that he would forward their grievances to the appropriate authorities. It may be recalled that Amona Bachao Samiti (ABS) along with the Panchakruti Nagrik Samiti submitted a memorandum to the mining companies in the area, demanding certain facilities and benefits. A permanent solution to the unemployment problem, compensation for the loss of agriculture, supply of hygienic water and remedial measures to control pollution were some of the demands in the memorandum.
[Goanet] Bicholim agitators threaten to shut down mining unit
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM, NOV 18 – The agitating villagers from Amona, Navelim, Kudnem, Sonshi and Pisurlem on Saturday have threatened to shut down the mining unit in the area, if their demands continue to be ignored by mining company. The 400 villagers who represent the Amona Bachao Samiti (ABS) and the Panchakroshi Nagrik Samiti (PNS) have also decided to continue their agitation by disrupting transportation of ore. Their indefinite strike began on Tuesday, after the company failed to meet their demands. A permanent solution to the unemployment problem, compensation for the loss of agriculture, supply of hygienic water and remedial measures to control pollution are some of the demands. Addressing a press conference at Navelim-Sanquelim, ABS President Sagar Naik came down heavily on the government for failing to support them in their agitation. We are even ready to go in jail, but the future consequences would be worse and we will forcibly shutdown the company, if required, warned Naik. We urge all other truck owners to support us without getting afraid of the company's threats he added. Pratap Gawas, brother of local MLA Gurudas Gawas, tried to break the deadlock by requesting the villagers to give the company a one-month period to resolve the issue. The villagers, however, rejected the suggestion and claimed they were ready to remain on the road for a month, as part of their protest. PNS President Rupesh Naik, Bicholim taluka Shiv Sena Chief Anand Narvekar, Mangaldas Ghadi, Sagar Dhargalkar and Praveen Phadte were among those present at the press conference.
[Goanet] First Goan Hindi album by Shailesh Phaldesai from Bicholim
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- Goanet mourns the passing of Jorge de Abreu Noronha in Portugal - Nov 27/07 http://tinyurl.com/2dk2bl http://tinyurl.com/29kpdx --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM NOV 30: A budding lyricist and music composer from Bicholim is all set to make Goa proud with the release of a first Goan Hindi album. Addressing a press conference Shailesh Phaldesai from Bicholim told that the work to launch his Hindi album 'Sochu thume' is in the final stage. This is the first Hindi album by any Goan and it is shooted on Goan land Phaldesai told. Telling about his journey towards this goal he said that he was inspired when he was sixteen years old and this is his first step towards acheiving his dreams. There are about eight songs in album and are sung by Rajendra Dixit, Gauri Phaldesai, Biju John and Mallika Murlidharan. Swapnil Rajshekher is the video director and Kishori Mahajar is the choreographer. The location in the album are set at Mayem, Harvalem, Bicholim, Lakheram and Aldona. This is a project of the Goans and also a bid to prove that Goan hindi is not weak as the people claim Phaldesai disclosed, adding the project was completed at a cost of Rs 10 lakh and would be released soon. Rajendra Kadkade from Bicholim was also present for the press conference.
[Goanet] PRIMARY TEACHER HELD FOR MOLESTATION AT BICHOLIM
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM DEC 05: A 59 year old primary school teacher from Amona Bicholim was today arrested on the charges of molestation of the students. According to the information provided by the Bicholim police one Santosh Bhagat (59) from Amona Bicholim was working as a teacher in a Primary school at Bagwada Mulgao. The accused had suspecious behaviour and was involved in molestating the girls since last several days. Today the PTA of the school along with the villagers went to the school to question the teacher. The situation became tense and the angry mob assaulted the accused. On getting the information the Bicholim police went to the school and caught the accused after saving him from the fury of the mob. Some of the officers from the education department also arrived at the scene to monitor the situation. Later, Sharmila Rewadkar and Pramila Parab on behalf of their children registered a molestation and harassment case against Bhagat. As per the complaint the accused was confining the girl students in the school rooms, striping off his own cloths and fondling with the students. The accused also used to threaten them with dire consequences if they ever divulge his actions to their parents. Following a complaint the Bicholim police swung into action and arrested the accused under section 506, 292, 354 IPC and Children Act 8. PSI, M R Gawas attached to Bicholim police station is further investigating the case.
[Goanet] Maid arrested for theft in Bicholim
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM FEB 26: Bicholim police today arrested a house maid in connection with a theft of golden bangles worth Rs 28,000. According to the available information one Margaret Fernendes from Gokulwadi Sanquelim had kept her golden bangles on the TV while going to the church on Sunday. After two days when she checked she found the bangles missing. She inquired with her maid, Abole alias Taramati Tivrekar, from Desai Nagar Sanquelim, who failed to return to work later. Today, Fernandes registered a complaint with the Bicholim police against the maid. Tivrekar was arrested under section 381 IPC and was remanded to seven days police custody. Police is further investigating the case.
[Goanet] TENSION IN BICHOLIM OVER COW SLAUGHTER,4 ARRESTED
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM MARCH 1: Tensions ran high in Bicholim due to the issue of illegal cow slaughter in the area with complaints and counter complaints being registered and the people marching to the police station against the illegal activities. According to the available information today, at about 6.00 am the police raided a slaughter house at Nagzarwada Bicholim after receiving a complaint from the Bajrang Dal North Goa Goraksha Chief, Sunil Gaonkar. The BMC councillor, Bhagwan Harmalkar also accompanied the police team and caught four persons red handed while slaughtering 3 bullocks. The police also attached more than 18 other bullocks and cows brought for slaughter and later handed them over to the Bicholim Municipal Council. After the police team reached the spot three animals were already slaughtered. The police arrested four persons including Abdul Kadar Bepari, Ismail Husain Bepari, Salim Abdul Bepari and Samir Hanif Bepari under section 429 IPC and Section 8 of Goa Animal Preservation Act. Later they were released on bail. The problem started when some of the women tried to intervene in the process of the police they also threatened the councillor, Bhagwan Harmalkar. In the mean time a Home Guard attached to the Bicholim Police, Maheshwar Rajendra Pednekar also supported the women. Later, the relatives of the accused along with the Home guard filed a complaint against Harmalkar. In the evening the tension started when the people from Bicholim came to know that a false complaint was filed against Harmalkar and that he is likely to be arrested. A meeting was immediately called in the Deendayal Hall chaired by the Bicholim MLA, Rajesh Patnekar and several other social organisations to protest agaist the slaughter of cows in Bicholim. BMC councillor, Satish Gaonkar and other councillors were also present for the meeting. The Bicholim Goraksha samiti was also formed under the Presidenship of Bhagwan Harmalkar and it was decided that no one would be allowed to slaughter animals in Bicholim. The issue of false complaint was also raised and the people later marched to the police station protesting against the police for entertaining a false complaint. The Bicholim MLA, Rajaesh Patnekar demanded immediate withdrawal of the complaint. The mob was dispersed only when Bicholim PI, Braze Menezes assured that the matter would be amicably solved and there would be no arrest of the councillor. Harmalkar later filed a counter complaint against the home guard, Maheshwar Rajendra Pednekar for threatening him to kill.
[Goanet] MINOR GIRL RAPED AT BICHOLIM
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM MARCH 6: The Bicholim police arrested a 44 year old person from Rumod Pali in connection with a rape of a Vth standard minor girl. According to the available information one Nagesh Mati Sawant (44) from Rumod Pali was arrested under section 342, 376 IPC 8 (1) (2) of Goa Children Act for raping a 10 year old girl from the neighborhood. As per the reports the incident occured on Saturday at about 2.30 pm. The accused and the victim are close neighbors and their families were in good terms. On Saturday the mother along with the wife of the accuse had to go for a wedding at Ponda, so she asked her daughter to go to Sawant's house after the school hours for food. As per the instructions of her mother the victim went to Sawant's house and after having food was busy watching TV. Sawant who was under the influence of alcohol pulled the girl into the bedroom and locked the room. The girl who studies in Vth standard urged Sawant to let her go as she had to go for tuitions. But the accused without paying heed to her pleas forced himself upon the girl. He also warned her not to disclose the incident to her family. In the evening when the mother arrived from the wedding the victim narrated the whole incident to her mother. Following the complaint from the girls father the police arrested the accused. Bicholim police today conducted the medical examination and the accused has been remanded to police custody. Bicholim Police Inspector, Braz Menezes is further investigating the case.
[Goanet] Seven secys in 9 months for Mayem Panchayat
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM MARCH 10: The Mayem panchayat was considered unstable during the last tenure but this time over the focus has shifted from the post of sarpanch to the secretary with as many as seven different secretaries handling the panchayat for a brief period of nine months. The 11 member Mayem panchayat was in foucus during the last tenure for frequent change in the post of the sarpanch. In five years the post of sarpanch changed five times even as every ruling party was under a constant pressure of bickering. This time over the Mayem panchayat is yet again in focus for a different reason - frequent Chang in the post of secretary. In last nine months this panchayat saw as many as seven panchayat secretaries. The seven member ruling group has stated the political intervention as the basic cause behind this frequent change. Inspite of so many changes this panchayat since last a month is run by a secretary who has additional duty of another panchayat. This game of change started just after two months of the elections when the secretary, Vasudev Raut was given the charge of the panchayat in place of Parab. Since then no secretary has completed a tenure of two months in the panchayat. The last secretary to be changed was Phadte who became bit controversial during his tenure. He always harassed the people and took weeks for a simple days work former panch, Kashinath Mayekar accused adding he also had several corruption cases pending against him. The department placed Phadte in the BDO's office and gave the Sal panchayat secretary, S Y Gawas the additional duty of the Mayem panchayat. In all this game the worst affected were the people. The new secretary comes only three days a week as he has an additional duty of the Sal panchayat ruling panch, Tulshidas Chodankar told Herald adding we demand full time secretary to our panchayat. The ruling group has also accused the opposition for this frequent change and the political intervention in the panchayat. They have also urged the panchayat director and the panchayat minister to look into the matter and solve the problem
[Goanet] Rajasthanis held for stealing electric wire
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM MARCH 10: The Bicholim police today arrested two persons from Rajasthan in connection with theft of aluminum wire of the electricity department worth Rs 53,000. According to the available information two persons Suresh Shankarlal Lombrod (20) and Mukesh Dayaram Sarang (20) from Rajasthan were intersected by the Bicholim police on Friday night at Navelim Bicholim. The duo were travelling in a maruti car (GA-01-E-390). On careful examination the police found more than 50 pieces of aluminum wire all worth Rs 53,000. The duo were later taken to the police station on the basis on suspicion as they were not able to provide satisfactory answer to the questions. Today a complaint was registered from the electricity department that aluminum wire was stolen from Navelim. Following the complaint the duo were arrested under section 379 IPC. HC, Harischandra Parab is further investigating the case.
[Goanet] BMC TO DEMOLISH SLAUGHTER SHADE AT BICHOLIM
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM MARCH 10: The special Bicholim Muncipal Council meeting today unanimously decided to demolish the controversial slaughter shade and scrap the license given for the sale of meat at Nagzarwada Bicholim. It may be recalled that last week the police had raided a slaughter house at Nagzarwada and had arrested four persons. Tension prevailed in the evening when the family members of the accused filed complaint against a councillor, Bhagwan Harmalkar. A mob led by Bicholim MLA, Rajesh Patnekar had marched to the police station in protest against the complaint. A committee by name Bicholim Goraksha samiti was formed under the Presidenship of the councillor, Bhagwan Harmalkar to save cows in the taluka. The samiti submitted a memorandum to the BMC chief officer to demolish the illegal slaughter house and in this connection a special meeting of BMC was called to discuss the issue. Today when the matter came for discussion Harmalkar strongly demanded immediate demolition of the slaughter shade. After the suggestion from some of the councillors it was later decided to issue him a notice and later demolish the shade. Former councillor, Manohar Shirodkar had demanded to scrap the licence given to the slaughter house. The BMC chairman, Satish Gaonkar told that the license was given to one Abdul Kadar Bepari for selling of meat and not to slaughter the animals. It was unanimously decided to cancell the license given to the said person. An unanimous resolution was also taken congratulating the councillor, Bhagwan Harmalkar for his efforts fighting for the cause of animals. All the eleven councillors including the MLA, Rajesh Patnekar was present for the meeting.
[Goanet] Bicholim Squad rescues Crocodile from well at Marcela
--- 2008 International Goan Convention Toronto, Canada Early Bird Discount Registration closes March 31, 2008 http://2008goanconvention.com/registration.html --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM, MARCH 19 — A local who went in search of a turtle in an abandoned well at Tariwada-Marcela on Tuesday was startled to find a crocodile in the well. The Animal Rescue Squad (ARS) at Bicholim later rescued the 2.5-metre female crocodile and took the reptile to the residence of ARS President Amrut Singh, before notifying wildlife authorities. According to reports, the local noticed the crocodile and alerted the owner of the well, one Tuslidas Naik of Marcela at about 3 pm. On receiving information, ARS members, including Aniket Chanekar and Santosh Naik rushed to the site and began the 30-minute operations to rescue the crocodile. We have a special stick to secure the mouth of the crocodile. Once the crocodile's mouth is secured, the reptile is relatively harmless. We then placed a sack on the crocodile and pulled the reptile out of the well, Mr Singh told Herald. The crocodile may have accidentally fallen into the well after coming out of the nearby river to lay eggs. It is an estuarine crocodile and it can grow up to 8 metres, informed Mr Singh. According to records, the Saltwater or Estuarine Crocodile (Crocodylus porosus) is the largest of all living crocodilians and reptiles. It is found in suitable habitat throughout Southeast Asia and northern Australia. An average adult male saltwater crocodile is typically 15.75 to 16.6 feet (4.8 to 5 meters) long, and weighs roughly 770 kilograms (1,700 pounds). Females are much smaller than males, with typical female body lengths in the range of 7 to 9 ft (2.1 to 2.7 m).
[Goanet] Food poisoning claims 2 in Bicholim
--- 2008 International Goan Convention Toronto, Canada Early Bird Discount Registration closes March 31, 2008 http://www.2008goanconvention.com/regform_print.html --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM, MARCH 21 - Two members from a family in Velgaum, Bicholim died of suspected food poisoning, while six other were shifted to the Goa Medical College (GMC), Bambolim on Thursday. According to available information, the eight persons were Laxmikant Anant Gobre (75), Shashikala A Gobre (60), Shalini L Gobre (45), Prachi Pradeep Gobre (35), Pradeep L Gobre (45), Anant L Gobre (32), Ganpati L Gobre (45) and Megha Pradeep Gobre (2), all from Velgaum, Bicholim. Laxmikant, who was a diabetic, died in the hospital at 10.30 pm, while his sister Shashikala, who was an asthma patient, died at 3.30 am. Pradeep, Ganpati and Megha were discharged in the morning, while Shalini, Anand and Prachi were still in GMC at the time of writing. According to villagers, the chain of events began on Sunday when the family consumed some vegetables, including cabbage. Ganpati, who normally stays at Ponda, was also at Velgaum that day. The next day some members of the family started experiencing uneasiness and mild fever. The family ignored the symptoms and tried some household medicines instead of going to the doctor. On Thursday night, when their condition worsened, the family doctor was called in and he shifted them to GMC. The symptoms of all the family members were the same and it might be a case of food poisoning. Only the medical report will indicate the exact cause, the doctor said. The bodies have been brought to the village for final rites, Velgaum Sarpanch Akanasha Sutar told Herald in the evening. Bicholim PSI Tukaram Walke is investigating the case. The picture would be clear by tomorrow after the medical report, he said.
[Goanet] Four held in Bicholim
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM MARCH 29: The Bicholim police on Thursday arrested four persons in connection with assault case at Lamgao Bicholim. According to the complaint by one Dalesh Prabhugaonkar from Lamgao four persons including Aman Khan, Ashtaq Hussain, Paresh Chodankar and Niyamat Khan assaulted him at Lamgao Bicholim. The complaint also stated that the four persons also attacked Dhargalkar family from the village. The four persons were later arrested under section 151 IPC and produced before the SDM Bicholim. In the morning the situation at the police station got tense when people from Lamgao went to the police station and sought to know what action was taken against the accused. The mob also warned that the situation might take an ugly turn if the anti social elements are not controlled.
[Goanet] Bicholim Food poisoning : family members yet to recover
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM MARCH 29: A person from the family of Velgaum village who was admitted to GMC Bambolim due to food poisoning is still critical even as the health of other two members is stated to be normal. Eight persons including Laxmikant Anant Gobre (75), Shashikala A Gobre (60), Shalinin Laxmikant Gobre (65), Pradeep Laxmikant Gobre (45), Anant Laxmikant Gobre (32), Ganpati Laxmikant Gobre (45), Prachi Pradeep Gobre (35) and Megha Pradeep Gobre (2) from Velgaum Bicholim were shifted to GMC Bambolim on Thursday when they expressed uneasiness. Later two persons died in the hospital some of them were discharged, while three of them including Anant, Prachi and Shalini were still recovering in the hospital. Speaking to Herald Bicholim PSI, T P Walke told that Anant is still in ICU while other two are yet to get discharge from the hospital. We are waiting for the medical report which would ascertain the real cause of death the PSI told.
[Goanet] Bicholim Food poisoning : Two family members discharged
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM APRIL 1: Two persons from the Velgaum family who were admitted to GMC Bambolim due to food poisoning were discharged from GMC even as one member is still recuperating. Eight persons including Laxmikant Anant Gobre (75), Shashikala A Gobre (60), Shalinin Laxmikant Gobre (65), Pradeep Laxmikant Gobre (45), Anant Laxmikant Gobre (32), Ganpati Laxmikant Gobre (45), Prachi Pradeep Gobre (35) and Megha Pradeep Gobre (2) from Velgaum Bicholim were shifted to GMC Bambolim on Thursday when they expressed uneasiness. Later two persons died in the hospital three of them were discharged, while three of them including Anant, Prachi and Shalini were still recovering in the hospital. Today Prachi and Shalini were also discharged from the hospital while Anant is slowly recovering the police told.
[Goanet] Road mishap sparks off tension in Bicholim
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM, APRIL 4 – A road mishap sparked off tension in Mulgao-Bicholim on Thursday, after residents accused Bicholim DySP Shamba Sawant of assaulting two of their elected representatives. Giving vent to their anger, residents along with Bicholim MLA Rajesh Patnekar have decided to block all traffic plying along Mulgao on Friday. According to reports, Mulgao Deputy Sarpanch Prashant alias Vishalsen Gad and Panch Nilesh Gad were traveling towards Bicholim on their motorcycle (GA-01-B-2763). On the way, a mining truck (GA-03-T-9783), driven by K V Francisco Fernandes of Assonora struck the motorcycle. The two riders, however, escaped unhurt. Prashant Gad stopped the truck and called up Bicholim police. The deputy sarpanch claimed the Bicholim police was unwilling to attend to the call and asked him to file a written complaint at the police station Annoyed with the police, the deputy sarpanch, panch Nilesh Gad, Bicholim Councillor Kamlakant Teli and some residents stopped the traffic at Mulgao at about 12.30 pm. Bicholim DySP Shamba Sawant and a police team went to the site after about two hours and reportedly invited the agitators to a meeting in his office. Nilesh and I went to the DySP's office, we were assaulted by DySP Sawant. A complaint was also registered against us under Section 151 IPC. We were brought here on the pretext of a discussion and the police, instead of filing a complaint against the truck driver, assaulted us, said Prashant, while showing his bruised hands to local reporters. In the afternoon, residents went to the Bicholim police station to complain about the rash movement of mining traffic. Bicholim police allegedly asked the residents to forward their complaint to the RTO. The RTO officials, in turn, told the residents to submit their grievances to the deputy collector, who tried to wash his hands off the situation. News of the alleged assault on the two elected representatives spread like wildfire and Bicholim MLA Rajesh Patnekar convened a public meeting at Mulgao. Residents later decided to block all traffic passing by Mulgao on Friday from 10.30 am onwards, to protest against the police atrocities and rash movement of mining vehicles. When contacted, DySP Shamba Sawant denied having assaulted the two elected representatives. They (Prashant and Nilesh) had no right to block traffic along the road. Bicholim police acted in accordance with the law, said DySP Sawant. Meanwhile, Bicholim police has also detained the truck driver driving in a rash manner and later released him with a fine.
[Goanet] INTERFACE 2008 IN BICHOLIM - A PLATFORM FOR JOB SEEKERS
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM, April 22: Interface 2008 An industrial cum consumer fair will be jointly organised by the Goa State Industries Association (GSIA) and the Bicholim Industrial Estate Industries Association, at Heerabai Zantye Hall Complex, Bicholim from May 8 to 10. The event is being organised for the first time outside the capital city and is directed towards providing a marketing platform, exposure to new schemes and growth strategies for the micro, small and medium enterprises, entrepreneurship development, improvement in employability and employment matchmaking for employment seekers. In addition, the fair will also provide the people from Bicholim and nearby talukas in North Goa an opportunity to participate in the fair. The GSIA executive committee member and event co-coordinator, Mr Rajkumar Kamat, addressing a press conference, this evening said that the final year students of Government Polytechnics, Industrial Technical Institutes and other vocational colleges would also be involved in the event. “Our main focus is to make available employment facilities for the employment seekers, final year students and also for the ITI students by providing training in soft skills, and assist in matchmaking,†he added. Mr Kamat further said that seminars would also be held to help various entrepreneurs. “Exposing them to latest schemes, regulations and growth initiatives, interaction with concerned government departments and providing them with a marketing platform would form part of the event,†he maintained. The three-day event will be divided into two parts, taking care of both the industry and the consumers, it was informed. The GSIA president, Mr Atul Pai Kane, speaking on the occasion said that the main focus would be given to potteries, besides electronic items, household items and so on. The central government undertakings like DRDO, NTPC, Konkan Railways are expected to paticipate to source products from Goan industries, in addition to the large engineering industries like ACGL, IFB and so on, Mr Kane informed. “This, therefore would be a good opportunity for small scale industries to display their ability and discuss first hand with the large units to develop products required by them,†he pointed out. Mr Kane also said that the ACGL and the IFB generate large employment directly as well as indirectly through small-scale ancillaries and vendors that too with a potential to absorb workforce even with lower education. The fair will include industrial products, industrial services, consumer durables, two wheelers, electronics fitness equipments, home decoration products so on, which would be available for sale with attractive offers.
[Goanet] Commuters want ferry wharf shifted
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM, APRIL 30 - Expressing displeasure over the Government's apathy in solving the ferry problem, commuters of Sarmanas-Tonk ferry have demanded the shifting of the ferry wharf for smooth and interrupted ferry service. Yogendra Narvekar informed Herald, that a memorandum signed by 150 commuters has been submitted to the Minister for River Navigation Sudin Dhavlikar. In a memorandum, commuters from Marcel, Sarmanas, Bicholim and other areas have demanded immediate solving of the long pending problem at the jetty. The Sarmanas-Tonk ferry is the only shortest route between Bicholim and Ponda for most people from the mining companies, government offices, industrial estates and students of schools and colleges from Bicholim and Marcel and as such is a busiest route, informed Mr Narvekar. The route along the Tonk side is narrow and rocky, making it inconvenient for ferries to cross during the low tide. The locals highlighted the problem several times and the desilting work was carried out, but it did not solve the problem. Due to the problem, the commuters face difficulty, as the ferry remains anchored for more than two hours during the low tide. At times, due to some technical faults only one ferry operates which worsens the situation and also puts extra burden on the vessel, said Mr Narvekar. The memorandum has asked the Government to remove the rocks submerged near the Tonk for the smooth functioning of the ferry during the low tide on priority basis. Other demands like deployment of extra ferry for meeting the emergencies and to shift the wharf to new location at Tonk where the problem of low tide would not exist are also made. A copy of the memorandum has been also sent to Chief Minister Digambar Kamat.
[Goanet] 10-year-old Progress HS lad plays prank on police
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM, OCT 3 – A 10-year-old lad's prank sent Bicholim police on high alert on Thursday morning. According to Bicholim police, the Std 5 student of Progress High School, Sanquelim, called up the police on the emergency number (100) at about 10 am to state that a bomb had exploded at Sanquelim. The call had been made from an STD booth at the Sanquelim bus stand. Incidentally, the STD booth owner heard the conversation and asked the boy to wait at the shop. The shopkeeper then called us as he thought that the lad may have had more information regarding the explosion, police told Herald. Police rushed to the bus stand and met the boy, a native of Bihar but residing at Sanquelim, only to learn that he had made a hoax call. To mark Gandhi Jayanti celebrations, the school had organized a function, which had ended earlier in the day. On his return home, the boy went to the bus stand and decided to play a prank on the police. After he was brought to the police station, the boy told us that it was just a joke and that, he had called up the emergency number after watching television and hearing about explosions in several parts of the country, said a police officer. The police then summoned the boy's parents and cautioned them on the implications of misleading the police.
[Goanet] 2 held for thefts in Bicholim, property recovered
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM, OCT 3 – In a major breakthrough, Bicholim police has nabbed two persons from Sanquelim in connection with several thefts in Goa, Maharastra and Karnataka and has recovered property worth Rs 3 lakh. Police informed that items like gold melting furnace, golden ornaments, two motorcycles, mobile sets, stereo sets, foreign currency and other such valuables have been recovered from the accused, Raju Chari and Prakash Patil. The duo were involved in several thefts since the last few years, which they had committed at several places like Porvorim, Calangute, Pernem, Bicholim, Arambol, Dodamarg, Banda and Sawantwadi in Maharashtra, said PI Braz Menezes. We had arrested Raju some days ago and were on the lookout for Prakash, who was reported to be at Dodamarg, he added. The duo was wanted in almost all the police stations in North Goa and in Belgaum, where they had committed over 25 thefts, informed PI Menezes adding we have also recovered special weapons used for committing crime. The equipments recovered from the duo prove that they are well- trained and involved in crimes since several years, he added. He said that the arrests were made after keeping a track on them for almost a month. The police team, comprising PI Braz Menezes, PSI Tukaram Walke, Hawaldar Ganesh Joshi, Uday Umarye, Anna Bordekar, Terence Vaz and Nilesh Fogueri, were guided by DySP Bossuet D'Silva.
[Goanet] MEGA DRAMA TO ENTHRALL GOANS
-- Samir Umarye BY SAMIR UMARYE The count down has began for the mega Marathi drama- first of it's kind in Goa- which would be packed with 225 artistes performing about 370 roles on a 6 storied revolving, moving, lifting and dangling stage. The masterpiece, herculean dream of some of the artists from Shri Vijayadurga Sanskrutik Mandal Keri Ponda has at last come true with their toilsome efforts. The mandal set up in 1991 came in lime-light when it organised 'Janata Raja' a mega drama based on the life of Shivaji Maharaj the Maratha warrior staged by famous Historian, Babasahebh Purandare. There we were just the organisers and since then we had a dream to create a masterpiece of our own and 'Sambhavami Yuge Yuge' is just a creation of our innate desires the writer of the drama Dr Narayan Desai explains. Directed by Dilip Desai 'Sambhavami Yuge Yuge', to be staged from November 8 at Goa Engineering College ground Ponda, depicts the life and message of Lord Shri Krishna. It includes the events of his birth, battle with serpent-demon Kalia, Govardhan Parvat miracle, encounter with Putna, Kansa, scenes from Mahabharata and several other episodes based on his life. The drama is full of dance and music with about 80 dancers which would enthrall the audience. The use of state-of-the-art technical inputs like sound, light, laser would further heighten the impact of the drama. To add to this there would be horses, elephants, chariots, cattles and other such things which are inseprable part of the play. Dr Desai points out, This is a record making project in the history of Marathi theater in terms of budget, physical dimensions of the stage setting as well as number of participants. Another important feature is that the whole exercise is by the Goans and is being premiered in Goa before it goes before national audience and beyond. We are planning to take the drama to other states including North India after dubbing it into other languages he disclosed. Ramayana and Mahabharat a are jewels of our scriptures with universal message. Lord Shri Krishna is not merely characters but heroes which embodies idealism and realism at philosophical plane. Dr Desai says. Eventhough the play has the same dimensions as that of 'Janata Raja' it has uniqueness of its own The Maratha King lived in modern times and had his impact on limited geographical territory. The hero of SAMBHAVAMI YUGE YUGE - Lord Krishna, as a part of our age-old civilisation, has mass appeal and influence not only in the country but the entire world: it is an universal figure Dr Desai explains. But the staging of this mega drama was not a child's play. The entire team had to burn the midnight oil, they had to undergo failures and at times the situation was not at all in their favour. The planes of organising the drama came to their mind way back in 2005 but the research took almost three years. In the mean time the production budget and the recurring cost was also redoubled. We contacted several prominent persons for guidance including Prabhakar Panshikar (Actor), Mohan Wagh (choreographer), Babasahaibh Purandare ( Historian/maker of Janata Raja), Jayantrao Salgaonkar ( Kirtankar) and several other prominent personalities, it was only when they were assured about our abilities that they helped us. Dr Desai claims. One of the hurdle was that of choosing a name and for that the committee chose a novel method. As a means of promoting participatory spirit, organisers appealed to people to suggest a title for the mega-drama. There was good response. The title was suggested by Shri. Prasad Tukaram Sawant, who was rewarded with a certificate and cash award in a public function. This mega structure would cover an area of about 17000 sq. mts.The stage will have five different levels starting from the ground, and drama will unfold on all these levels. On the top of these level there would be a huge statue of lord Krishna. The distance between the stage and the audience is around 60 mts. and the seating area will accommodate 6500 people. There will be space for smooth movement of people inside the stands and for parking of vehicles including buses, cars and two-wheelers outside Architect Rajeev Desai told. Goans are known for their artistic talent, and at times they have to leave the state to make a career.Young Goans would certainly gain confidence from this exercise and might venture for a better projects in the state Director, Dilip Desai hopes. The role of honour in staging this mega drama goes to all the committee members but the real persons behind the scene include the Stage Designer, Architect Rajeev Desai, Site Preparation incharge, Abhijit Sadhale, Setting Design and Production incharge, Dayanand Bhagat; Costume Design incharge, Digambar Singbal; Choreographer, Mayur Vaidya; Music Director, Ashok Patki; Light Design, Satish Gauns; Vijayadurga Saunskrutik Mandal President, Arun Desai. Goans are a drama lovers, they love and appreciate
[Goanet] Triangular fight on the cards for Pale by-election
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * Renew your wedding vows in Goa, or gift a Ceremony Package to a close couple Multiple options to make your day extra special! http://www.renewalsetc.com -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM- With just a week ahead?for the Pale by-election to be held on November 26, the election fervor is ascending as the campaign by?the main candidates is on in full swing gaining momentum by the day. Five candidates are contesting this by-election. The three main candidates are the Indian National Congress INC candidate, Mr Pratap?Gawas, Bharatiya Janata Party candidate, Dr Pramod?Sawant, and former BJP MLA and independent candidate, Dr Suresh Amonkar. Mr Jose Lobo of the Save Goa Front and Independent, Mr Rajendra?Rane are yet to begin their campaign in the right earnest. Going by the present political scenario in Pale constituency, political analysts are of the opinion that there seems?to be a triangular battle amongst Mr Pratap Gawas (INC), Dr Pramod Sawant (BJP) and Dr Suresh Amonkar (Independent). These three candidates have opened their election offices at Sanquelim. Besides, contact places in different villages have been identified?by them for the sake of workers? convenience. The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat, Goa Pradesh Congress committee?(GPCC) President, Mr Subhash Shirodkar, Speaker of State Assembly, Mr Pratapsingh Rane, Health Minister, Mr Vishwajeet Rane, the Pale Congress Block Committee President and its members, sarpanchas and panchas of village panchayats are campaigning for their Congress party candidate, Mr Pratap Gawas. The Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party (MGP) President, Mr Pandurang Raut and other members of the executive committee who were keen to fight the by-election stayed away from the contest. It must be noted here that with the MGP out of the contest the party votes are up for grabs by any of the other parties. The INC candidate, Mr Gawas has a favorable situation as there is possible chances of a split of BJP votes due to?BJP rebel and former BJP MLA, Dr Suresh Amonkar contesting as an Independent candidate. The BJP candidate, Dr Pramod?Sawant will have a tough fight as he has to battle rival candidate, Mr Gawas as well as Dr Amonkar who will try capture the BJP vote bank. Dr Amonkar has expressed full confidence about his victory. According to him, the battle is between him and Congress candidate, Mr Gawas who is also claiming the same equation. However, Dr Pramod Sawant has said that being a BJP candidate, he is getting a good response and support from the electorates of different villages in Pale constituency. The common man in Pale constituency is worried about the problems being faced by the people of this constituency in the past and at present. Neither of the party MLAs?that is MGP, Congress nor BJP have sorted out problems or requirements of the people. According to villagers, drinking water, electricity, health services, public transport service and above all, the roads are the main problems, which still exist. In the end, who will emerge victorious amongst the three viz Mr Pratap Gawas,?(Congress), Dr Pramod Sawant (BJP) and Dr Suresh Amonkar (Independent) is to be seen.
[Goanet] SGF now files complaint against Dr Amonkar
-- Samir Umarye PANJIM, NOV 20: While BJP leaders, stung by the rebellion, have criticised their former party president Dr Suresh Amonkar for contesting as an Independent for the Pale seat, today Save Goa Front (SGF) joined in filing a complaint with the Election Commission alleging that the former health minister in Parrikar cabinet, has given wrong information in the affidavit filed before EC earlier this month. Interestingly, SGF candidate Jose Lobo has taken up cudgels against Dr Amonkar. On the ground level, it's the saffron party which is feeling the heat of Dr Amonkar plunging in the fray. Lobo has alleged that Dr Amonkar has concealed his real income and assets, going by the affidavits filed in 2007 and now. He has pointed out that his residential house at Sanquelim which in May 2007 was valued at Rs 5.90 lakh is now valued at Rs 25.9 lakh. If he has made additions of Rs 20 lakh, it doesn't show in his income, Lobo argues. He was the Health Minister from November 1999 to early 2005. Lobo, filing his complaint under section 125 A of Representation of People's Act as well as under section 177 and 199 of IPC, has demanded necessary action from ECI. Meanwhile, BJP is leaving no stone unturned in trying to garner votes for its candidate Dr Pramod Sawant. BJP leaders are camping there with house-to-house campaign on, in a bid to wrest the seat from the Congress party. -- Samir Umarye
[Goanet] Bicholim Food poisoning: cops yet to ascertain real reason
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- The Rape of Goa - A photo documentary by Rajan P. Parrikar Venue: Menezes Braganza Art Gallery, Panjim, May 21-24, 2008 http://www.parrikar.org/misc/doc-notice.pdf --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM MAY 23: Even after two months of the suspected incident of food poisoning at Velgaum which killed two persons the Bicholim police are yet to get a solid evidence to reckon the exact reason behind the incident. It may be recalled that on March 20, eight members from a family in Velgaum, Bicholim including Laxmikant Anant Gobre (75), Shashikala A Gobre (60), Shalini L Gobre (45), Prachi Pradeep Gobre (35), Pradeep L Gobre (45), Anant L Gobre (32), Ganpati L Gobre (45) and Megha Pradeep Gobre (2), were shifted to GMC Bambolim after they experienced uneasiness. Laxmikant, who was a diabetic, died in the hospital at 10.30 pm, while his sister Shashikala, who was an asthma patient, died at 3.30 am on the same day. Pradeep, Ganpati and Megha were discharged in the next morning, while Shalini, Anand and Prachi recovered later in the month. According to villagers, the chain of events began on 16 when the family consumed some vegetables, including cabbage. Ganpati, who normally stays at Ponda, was also at Velgaum that day. The next day some members of the family started experiencing uneasiness and mild fever. The family ignored the symptoms and tried some household medicines instead of going to the doctor. On Thursday night, when their condition worsened, the family doctor was called in and he shifted them to GMC. The symptoms of all the family members were the same and it might be a case of food poisoning. Only the medical report will indicate the exact cause, the family doctor had commented. The blood samples of the family members were immediately sent to Forensic Medical Science Hyderabad to know the exact reason behind the incident. But, even after two months of the incident the Bicholim police are yet to get their hand over the report. We are yet to receive the report and we don't really know the reason behind the incident Bicholim PSI, Tukaram Walke who is investigating the case told Herald adding we don't really know the exact date when we would receive the report but now the condition of the other family members is normal.
[Goanet] Advalpal Anti-mining protest continues, political leaders meet agitators
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- The Rape of Goa - A photo documentary by Rajan P. Parrikar Venue: Menezes Braganza Art Gallery, Panjim, May 21-24, 2008 http://www.parrikar.org/misc/doc-notice.pdf --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM, MAY 23 – Counter-complaints of assault were filed by residents of Advalpal and a mining company on Wednesday, as protests against mining activities continued on Thursday. Mining operations at one site began in the morning and continued till 10.30 am, when villagers in large numbers rushed to the site and forcibly halted the work. Trucks were also prevented from carrying the ore. A police force was deployed at the site to avert clashes between the agitating residents and mining companies. At about 1.30 pm, some truck drivers, including Shamba Sawant and Rajendra Sawant, reportedly entered into a heated argument with the protestors. Demanding an explanation from residents for unnecessarily stopping the trucks, the drivers insisted that differences should be resolved by residents and mining companies themselves. In the ensuing altercation, the two drivers were accused of assaulting Sandesh Gaonkar, Surekha Gaonkar and Shital Thanekar. A formal complaint was later registered against the drivers under Section 323 IPC. Mining officials also lodged a complaint against six villagers, accusing them of assaulting a security guard and trespassing into the mining site. The six villagers are likely to be arrested on Thursday, said Valpoi PI S M Vaingankar, who has been given additional charge of the Bicholim police station. Meanwhile, a group of residents squatted before the deputy collector's office in the morning, shouting slogans against the mining company and deputy collector. A police team rushed to the site and cordoned off the area to prevent the protestors from entering into the deputy collector's office. In the evening, the deputy collector along with a police force went to the mining site, but they were unable to resolve the issue. Meanwhile, Opposition Leader Manohar Parrikar has blamed the government for the ongoing mining agitation at Advalpal-Bicholim. Mining problems are not just related to Bicholim, but have also created tension in other parts of the State. The government is to be blamed for the problem as they have given lease to several mining companies, he said, after meeting the agitating residents on Thursday. About 200 agitators gathered near the deputy collector's office shouting anti-mining slogans on Thursday morning. MGP President Pandurang Raut after meeting the agitators urged Deputy Collector Arvind Bugde to resolve the issue. Mr Bugde said that he has informed the matter to the collector and a meeting would be convened in a few days. Mr Raut asked Mr Bugde to stop the mining activities till a solution is reached. Later, Mr Raut met the police and took stock of the situation. Meanwhile, agitators submitted a memorandum to the deputy collector asking for police protection and to stop the mining activities, without any delay. Agitators dispersed only in the evening at about 6 pm. A police force was deployed at the site to avoid any untoward incident.
[Goanet] Heritage group asks SMC to protect Sanquelim Fort
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM JUNE 4: The Heritage Action group has strongly asked the Sanquelim Muncipal Council (SMC) to preserve and protect the Sanquelim fort and it's rich cultural heritage. The incharge of the heritage cell, Prajal Sakhardande through a letter written to the SMC has asked the chairman,Vijaykumar Verekar to preserve the historical monuments. He has also given a detailed plan to restore the fort which might get damaged due to the proposed market complex in the area. The letter has also given the historical importance of the fort after preliminary observation by the team including the conservation architect, Ketan Nachinolkar. As per the report by Nachinolkar the fort was build by Bhosle of Sawantwadi. The structure which is located in the midst of the busy Sanquelim market was later conquered by the Portuguese Marquis de Alorna in 1746 . It was regarded as an important defense post guarding the passage from the ghats to the coastal territories with cannons positioned in the fort. Untill 1817 the fort possessed a set of eight cannons. The fort apparently was abandoned towards the end of the 19th century and fell to a ruinous state. The structure shows a very strong character of fort architecture built of large blocks of the locally available laterite stones. The fort presently houses the offices of the PWD. The interior of the PWD office has a typical military architectural style. It also has a well and several barracks. Due to lack of proper maintence and restoration the fort has now fallen to ruins. Several structural cracks in the walls could be seen in the office of the PWD, encroachment by the shops has also blocked the gateway to the fort. To add to this the SMC has now proposed a new building of the Muncipal council within the fort premises. We have asked the SMC to preserve the fort wall and the structure of the PWD office so that no damage is done to these sites Sakhardande told Herald adding the SMQ need to integrate the historical features into the proposed scheme to avoid isolation and neglect. This is a rich historical evidence about Sanquelim and the proposed building should not over shadow the fort Sakhardande stressed the chairman has responded positively and has promised to preserve the heritage.
[Goanet] Narve Bicholim residents unite to preserve Jain Temple
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM JUNE 12: With the government's apathy towards a ruined Jain temple the Villagers from Narve Bicholim, since a decade, are trying hard to save the last remains of the temple to maintain their rich heritage. The villagers from Narve Bicholim with a concern over the ruins of a Jain Temple have strongly expressed their displeasure over the Archiological department's apathy in maintaining this rich cultural heritage. Narve which is famous for the Saptakoteshwar temple also has rich a heritage which is totally neglected by the government. According to the villagers there is a Jain Temple in ruins which could be of historical significance. The temple is now totally in ruins and some of the stones are laying scattered in the area the ex-sarpanch of Narve village,Vithal Chodankar told Herald some years back at least the entrance of the temple was standing still, but now it has either submerged or broken down into pieces. The Jain Temple which once might have covered about 700 sq mts area is now difficult to identify. Huge slabs of historical importance are made to face the fury of nature and are the only testimony of a Jain temple in the area. The slabs have a peculiar design with swastik, goddess and an elephant on them. The ruins of the temple are laying in an inaccessible state on a hillock which is named as 'Jain coat' by the villagers. Several of the stones are either submerged under the soil, broken into pieces or covered with shrubs. The villagers at times clean the area and remove the shrubs in a bid to protect this heritage of their village. Long time back when Rane was the chief minister he had instructed to do an excavation at the site but no one turned up to take the responsibility Vithal Chodankar disclosed adding some 10 years back the department officers had taken some idols from the site but never bothered to preserve this heritage. During the course of time the villagers also recovered several idols and to save them from being smuggled they introduce a new technique. The idols were dumped into the near by river so that they remain in the village as it is our heritage and we felt it a need to protect it from being misused Chodankar claimed. The department had taken about three idols and i have noticed one of them in the museum at Old Goa and as per their claim it is dated 500 BC Khema Chodankar another villager told, questioning if the temple is so old then why is the government not trying to save it? Even as some of the idols were dumped into the river the villagers have kept one at a place near by and have given it a religious significance so that it remains safe in the area. As the government has turned nelson's eye over the issue the villagers have at least hoped that some of the disciples of the Jain sect would look into the matter to restore the temple.
[Goanet] Mining poses danger to ancient artifacts of Mulgao Bicholim
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM JUNE 12: The mining activities near Mulgao Bicholim has affected the rich heritage of the village where several antique elements including some religious artifacts seem to be in danger. Since long the villagers have found several idols, Shivlingas and Hero stones in the area a villager and a teacher by profession, Vidhyadhar Raut told Herald. Most of these artifacts were recovered from the near by lake which has been dried out due to mining activities carried out on the hillock. During our childhood we used to enjoy swim in this village lake but now it has totally dried out and it took just about 10 years for the entire change Raut laments adding several idols and ancient Shivlingas found in the village were dumped in the lake for safety and were later recovered when the villagers did an excavation. Some years back several people had smuggled many wooden idols from the village and we got the news only when the the damage was done Raut explained besides this the mining might have already destroyed the heritage as is evident from the dry village lake. Some of the Shivlingas have now been placed near the lake under a small thatched roof. By the side of this temporary structure is another Shivlinga which is carved out from the hillock and seem to be that of a laterite stone. The Shivlinga is very rare and from its make out it is likely to be one of the oldest in Goa the incharge of the Heritage Action cell, Prajal Sakhardande told Herald when he visited the site. Besides Shivlinga some Hero stones are also found in the village. One of the Hero stone which is half broken has been placed very close to the village and depicts four figures. While three of them are playing some musical instruments the other is shown laying down wearing a crown. The Hero stones are from the Kadamba period and are found at several places in Goa, they were carved in commemoration of the dead soldiers Sakhardande explained this proves that in olden days there might have been a war in the area and the stone is an evidence of the same. Even as the mining and other environmental factors are degrading the Mulgao's cultural wealth the villgers take pride in preserving and maintaining their village heritage. These stones and Shivlingas would be kept in the village and we are making efforts so that they can be maintained Raut claimed we have also proposed a special board so that the stones could be identified.
[Goanet] Advalpal- Bicholim gram sabha supports mining, restricts MEDIA entry
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM JULY 1: The Advalpal gram panchayat meeting today supported the mining activities in the village even as a violent mob restricted entry of the media persons in the gram sabha. Today's meeting was important as it was called specifically to discuss on the issue of mining and it's activities. It may be recalled that last month around 600 villagers of Advalpal including the local MLA, Rajesh Patnekar had marched on Advalpal mines paralyzing the mining operations for more than three days. The villagers especially women had later accused the deputy collector, Arvind Bugde for failing to take action against the mining companies and had resorted agitation near the deputy collector's office. Today as the mining issue was to come up for the Village panchayat meeting more than 150 villagers had gathered at the panchayat hall. The meeting started at about 11.00 am. The panchayat secretary read out the minutes of the previous meeting. A section of the villagers were enraged with the presence of the media persons including Samir Kolwalkar (HCN) and Samir Umarye (Herald). On seeing the media persons the mob became violent and sought the answer from the Sarpanch, Narayan Salgaonkar as to who has invited the media. There was a great commotion as the incident occurred just after the secretary read out the panchayat minutes. A section of villagers took the responsibility while the majority of them were against the media presence in the panchayat Hall. The villagers strongly demanded to discontinue the meeting if the media were allowed to remain present in the hall. The mob who was half in a drunk state also threatened to smash the camera of the news reporters. As some demanded media presence for the meeting the sarpanch told that there should be one third majority. The reporters sighting uproar over the issue preferred to backout. The meeting started after the retreat of the reporters and it was decided to support the mining activities in the area. The villagers also came down heavily on the Advalpal bachao samiti president, Shamsundar Gaonkar. They accused him of taking money from the mine owners and opposing the mining activities. About 140 villagers demanded that the mining companies should be allowed to continue their work in the area. All the panchas including deputy sarpanch, Ashwika Gawas, Sheetal Gadekar, Deelip Gadekar, Harishchandra Sawal were present for the meeting. Later in the evening the Bicholim Patrakar Sangh strongly criticised the move of the villagers calling it as a attack on the fourth estate. We strongly condemn the behavior of the Advalpal villagers and seek apology from them as they cannot suppress the truth the president of the Bicholim patrakar sangh, Ramnath Desai said adding the incident would also be reported to the Goa Journalist Association.
[Goanet] Helipads to be set up in Bicholim to save flood victims
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM JULY 8: As a measure to tackle floods in Bicholim taluka it was decided to establish two helipads in the taluka. The decision to this effect was taken at a meeting of the Emergency Flood control committee held at the Bicholim Mamletdar office on Saturday. The deputy collector, Arvind Bugde chaired the meeting. It may be recalled that flood had hit Bicholim taluka last year and had destroyed property worth lakh of rupees. The Bicholim and Sanquelim market was submerged under water and several people had to be rescued from their homes. After this incident a special committee consisting of people from the flood affected areas, government officials was formed under the chairmanship of the deputy collector. On Saturday a special meeting was held to discuss the measures to be taken if the floods hit the taluka in the future. The people brought to the notice that last year there were some instances when the people had to be rescued as water engulfed their houses. The fire force had to struggle hard to save them. In the meeting it was decided that in case of emergency there should be helicopters in the area so that the people could be saved. In view of this it was decided to construct of two helipads one in Bicholim at Lakheram and the other on the ground of the Government college Sanquelim. To construct a permanent helipad it was decided to acquisition land at Harvalem Sanquelim. The deputy collector told that during emergency a warning siren would be sounded and the people would be shifted to safer places. Discussions on various topics including the places to be reserved for the flood victims, supply of food, medicine and other facilities was also held. Several points including taking appointing a personnel on the dam at Virdi (Maharastra), making special chart to indicate high and low tide, cutting down dangerous branches of trees were also discussed during the meeting. The officials from PWD, electricity, transport, police, education, fire force, BDO and muncipality were also present on the occasion.
[Goanet] One held for pornography in Bicholim
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM JULY 9: The Bicholim police today arrested a person in connection with the pornography under the IT Act. According to the available information one Nausir Banker (62) originally from Mumbai but presently staying at Shantaram Nagar Bicholim was held under IT Act 6. Banker who was earlier working with Vinus chemicals in the Industrial Estate Bicholim started sending prone photos and contents by using fake E-mail ids of some girls working in the company. Following a complaint by the Director of Vinus Chemicals, Zubin K Gandhi the Bicholim DySP, Boset D'silva investigated the case and arrested Banker. His computer and other material was also confiscated from the flat. He was later remanded to eight days police custody. DySP, D'silva is further investigating the case.
[Goanet] Bicholim residents protest telecom dept's apathy over Broadband connections
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- 2008 International Goan Convention Toronto, Canada http://www.2008goanconvention.com --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM JULY 13: The people from Bicholim have strongly voiced their protest against the Bicholim telecom department's apathy in providing new broadband connections to the subscribers even as the officers have claimed that the people from Bicholim and Sattari would soon be provided with the facility. Speaking to Herald people from Bicholim said that the telecom department is delaying in providing broadband connections in the taluka. We had booked for a connection a year ago but we are yet to recieve the connection a resident from Bordem on the condition of anonymity told adding since last one year we are forced to visit the telecom office but without any convincing answer. Every time they give us a new excuse and tell that we would soon get the connctions, but all these tall claims fizzle when the time comes he reported the telecom department are favoring some as recently a persons whoes name was after me in the waiting list got the connection and i was told to wait till the new connections are released. In Bicholim there are about 98 applications in the waiting list when the capacity of the telecom is that of 60 broadband connections which are already alloted. The new connections are yet to be given eventhough an year ago the people have paid the entire amount for the connection. According to sources some people from Bicholim recently got connection when the officers were taken to task raising doubt over the entire process. If the department claim that the exchange is not having capacity and connections how are they still releasing them without considering the waiting list? an aggrived subscriber questioned. The JTO of the Bicholim telephone exchange, S N Gaonkar when contacted dismissed the charges. We keep some connections on hold so that they could be given later or if some technical difficulties arise but the number of connections on hold is also very less Gaonkar explained. At present we have about 98 pending applications for new broadband connections and we might fulfill just the first 60 applicants in the city Gaonkar divulged adding the process would be as per the waiting list. He also told that soon there would be broadband facility in 19 exchanges in Bichoim and Sattari. In Valpoi, Sanquelim, Amona and Keri (Sattari) the dislamp unit has already been installed but we are still facing some technical difficulties he told each of these exchanges would have capacity of 60 connections and the people have already started applying for the same. The convertor has been installed at the Bicholim exchange and some minor works are pending Gaonkar claimed but was not able to give an exact date when the connections would be released we cannot give an exact date as the entire work is given on contract we would consult the higher ups so that the work is not delayed in Bicholim.
[Goanet] poira lad commits suicide
WWW.GOANET.ORG *** A N N O U N C E M E N T Launching Goanet-sports - Dedicated to Sports in Goa and Goans in Sports Get your free subscription at: http://lists.goanet.org/listinfo.cgi/goanet-sports-goanet.org -- samir BICHOLIM JULY 6: The body of a 17 year old boy from Poira Bicholim was found laying on the railway track at Poira today. According to the available information the body of one Pankaj Gundu Gosarwadekar (17) from chowgule coloney was found on the railway track at about 10 am. The police disclosed that the train went over his body cutting him into two pieces. Primary investigations reveal that it is a case of sucide even as PSI, Atmaram Bicholkar is further investigating the case. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/attachments/20070706/ce2d1096/attachment.html
[Goanet] body found at bicholim
WWW.GOANET.ORG *** A N N O U N C E M E N T Launching Goanet-sports - Dedicated to Sports in Goa and Goans in Sports Get your free subscription at: http://lists.goanet.org/listinfo.cgi/goanet-sports-goanet.org -- samir BICHOLIM JULY 6: The body of a 17 year old boy from Poira Bicholim was found laying on the railway track at Poira today. According to the available information the body of one Pankaj Gundu Gosarwadekar (17) from chowgule coloney was found on the railway track at about 10 am. The police disclosed that the train went over his body cutting him into two pieces. Primary investigations revel that it is a case of suicide even as PSI, Atmaram Bicholkar is further investigating the case.
[Goanet] online group on Bicholim formed
WWW.GOANET.ORG *** A N N O U N C E M E N T Launching Goanet-sports - Dedicated to Sports in Goa and Goans in Sports Get your free subscription at: http://lists.goanet.org/listinfo.cgi/goanet-sports-goanet.org samir Online group on Bicholim formed PANJIM JULY 8: To cater to the local demand on the net and to make the people of Bicholim aware about the current happenings an on-line group has been created. According to the press note a person can become a free member of the group by loging on the following URL - www.bicholim.notlong.com. The group which entirely caters to Bicholim is launched with the sole intention to heighlight the problems facing the local community. The members can contribute and publish their news/views related to any upcoming events, local public functions related to sports, culture, environment, business or any other issue from their village. The promoters of the group have requested the general public from Bicholim to join the group on www.bicholim.notlong.com.
[Goanet] BICHOLIM
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org -- samir BICHOLLM JULY 13: The installation ceremoney of the Rotary club of Bicholim will be held on Saturday 14th july 2007 at 8 pm at Hirabai Zntye Memolrial Hall Bicholim. Pravin Gadekar will be installed as the new president of the club along with the other board of directors at the hands of Gurudatta Bhakta. Dr. Shekhar Salkar will be the chief guest for the function. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/attachments/20070713/c8403321/attachment.htm --- Goanet recommends, and is proud to be associated with, 'Domnic's Goa' - A nostalgic romp through a bygone era. This book is the perfect gift for any Goan, or anyone wanting to understand Goa. Distributed locally by Broadway, near Caculo Island, Panjim internationally by OtherIndiaBookStore.Com. For trade enquiries contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] ---
[Goanet] Menkurem postmaster booked for funds misappropriation
-- samir *BICHOLIM, JULY 18* - Bicholim police has booked an offence against a postmaster from Menkurem Bicholim in connection with the misappropriation of Rs 10,500. According to reports, Inspector of Post (Mapusa Sub-Division), N K Zorba complained that Pundalik Y Parab, postmaster of the Gramin Dak Seva Branch at Mankurem, had misappropriated recurring deposits worth Rs 10,000, sometime between July 2005 and October 2006. He said Parab, used to recover monthly payments from people with Recurring Deposits and would make entries into their passbooks, but had failed to record the entries into the RD journal. The amount collected by Parab was not credited to the concerned branch of the post office at Menkurem, thereby misappropriating the amount of Rs 10,500. PSI T P Walke is investigating the case. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/attachments/20070719/86df4042/attachment.htm
[Goanet] BICHOLIM STORIES
-- samir BICHOLIM JULY 21: The 37th installation ceremony of the Lions club of Bicholim will be held on Wednesday 25th July 2007 at 7.30 pm at Hirabai Zantye Memorial Hall Bicholim. The new president Adv Prabhakar S Amonkar will be installed as the president of the club at the hands of D. C. sight conservation work with blind, Ulhas. Industrialist, Sameer salgaonkar will be the chief guest for the function. BICHOLIM JULY 21: A pillion rider from Dhargal Pednem was seriously injured in an accident at Navelim Bicholim on Thursday. According to the available information one Ghanasham M Prabhudesai from Dhargal Pednem was going on a motorcycle driven by Suden Talankar. Both of them were going towards Marcel on their motorcycle (GA-01-Z-6062) when on a turn at Navelim Bicholim their motorcycle dashed oncoming tempo. In this accident Ghanasham was seriously injured and was immediately shifted to GMC Bambolim where he is recovering. BICHOLIM JULY 21: A 22 year old woman from Kudnem Bicholim today died due to jaundice while going to the hospital. According to the available sources one Manjula Suresh Shirputti (22) originally from Sawdatti Belgaum but married at Kudnem Bicholim was suffering from jaundice since last few days. Today Manjula died on her way to the GMC. Police are further investigating the case and the body has been sent for postmortem. TOMORROW IL GIVE A SPECIAL STORY IF POSSIBLE FOR SOCIO CULTURAL GOA GROUP.tomorrow it might appear on Herald on 1st page it's about police.
[Goanet] Mayem villagers protest against Mining activities
-- samir BICHOLIM JULY 20: About hundred people from Mayem today carried out rasta roko at the main gate of a mining company and stopped the mining trucks plying in the area, in protest against the dilapidated roads and rash driving. Today in the morning about hundred villagers led by Mayem sarpanch, Reshma Sawant came to inspect the road conditions after receiving several complaints regarding the trucks plying in the area which fills the road with mud. The entire streach of about 2 kilometers from the mining company to the Mayem Mahamaya school becomes filled with the dust and mud creating serious problem for the pedestrians especially the school students. The sarpanch along with the villagers blocked the traffic of the mining trucks at the main gate demanding the authorities to solve the problem. They demanded that the company should spray water on the tires of truck before they enter the village. Ex sarpanch, Sakharam Pednekar demanded that the company should give special allowance to wash the trucks. The manager of the company, Reddy at first tried to ignore the demands and also went to the extent of claming that they are ready to stop the service of the trucks if they are posing hazard to the villagers. The mob gathered at the site got furious at this and a heated argument was seen on the occasion. The mob stopped the mining activities for about three hours and got pacified only when their demands were fulfilled. Mayem Nagrik Kruti samiti president, Kashinath Mayekar; Panch, Sanjay Arondekar, Tulshidas Chodankar, fun club member, Santosh Sawant and some of the teachers including Vishwash Kavlekar, Pravin Naik and Chandrakant Shirodkar were also present for the protest. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/attachments/20070722/8e3d26a7/attachment.htm
[Goanet] Deer rescued at Sattari
-- samir BICHOLIM JULY 24: The Bicholim animal rescue squad rescued an injured spotted deer from Paikul Sattari on Sunday. According to the information received from the chief of the Bicholim animal rescue squad, Amrut Singh the deer was found in an injured state and was chased by the dogs at Paikul Sattari. On Sunday four of the squad members from Sattari including Umesh Meleyakar, Anand Meleyakar, Govind Meleyakar and Shankar Devli had gone for a wedding at Paikul. On their way they spoted the deer who was chased by some dogs. The four of them rescued the deer from the clutches of the dogs. On inspection they noticed that the deer was seriously hurt and had a string tied to his leg. They realised that it was a trap string usually used to catch rabbits. The string would have been their since many days as when we tried to treat the deer its pastern fell apart as the leg was infested with germs. Amru singh told. Soon a huge mob gathered at the site and they demanded that the deer be handed over to them. The squad sensing foul play immediately contacted Amrut Singh who inturn called up the personnels from Bondla wild life scentury. Amrut Singh along with Milind Mahajan went to the site and treated the deer. We later handed over the deer to the wild life scantury he told. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.goanet.org/private.cgi/goanet-goanet.org/attachments/20070724/4ca6126e/attachment.htm
[Goanet] BICHOLIM NEWS
-- samir BICHOLIM JULY 29: The eleventh general body meeting of the Deendayal Nagri Sahakari Pathsaunstha Maryadit Bicholim was held at Deendayal Bhawan Bicholim. The meeting approved the annual budget for the year 2007-08 amounting to Rs 2.2 crore on expenditure side and another 2.2 crore on income side. In the begining the meeting considered the audit report and rectification of report for the year 2004-05 and 2006-07. The members discussed at length the annual budget for the year 2007-08. It was suggested to increase expenditure in some areas. The meeting decided to ammend the bye-laws and loan and overdrafts to the maximum extent of Rs 10 lakh may be granted to members on security and sureties. It was told that the total members of the society increased to 8846 as compared to 7673 of the previous year. The chairman of the bank, Vallabh Salkar welcomed the geathering while later director, Vithal Vernekar peoposed the vote of thanks. BICHOLIM JULY 29: The Sal panchayat approved the annual budget for 2007-08 with 1.2 crore on income side, 92.6 lakh on expenditure side. In the income front the earlier balance is shown 70 thousand; special allowance 2 lakh; general allowance 51 lakh; Rural development 30 lakh; other balance inclding local organisations 4 lakh; income through fees 68 thousand, sale 62 thousand and other sources. In the expenditure front administrator 5 lakh, public health and cleanliness 7 lakh, public works 65 lakh, socal welfare 65 lakh, planing and development 35 thousand, education and cultural programmes 80 thousand, rural housing 10 thousand and other areas including library, rural health, repairs, miscellaneous expenses figure under the expenditure side. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/attachments/20070729/40a3c1a7/attachment.htm
[Goanet] Sal sarpanch gets no confidence motion
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. -- samir BICHOLIM JULY 31: A no confidence motion has been moved against the Sal sarpanch, Deepa Desai. In the seven member panchayat the post of the sarpanch is reserved for woman candidate. Four members from the panchayat moved the no confidence against the sarpanch.
[Goanet] Singing competition at Bicholim
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. -- samir BY HERALD CORRESPONDENT BICHOLIM AUG 1: The Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal Bicholim has organised All Goa Inter Higher Secondary and college/ High school group singing competition on 14th August at 3.30 pm at Muncipal hall Bicholim. According to the press note issued here each group can have 8 to 10 students and the song which should be pertaining to national integration can be in Hindi, Marathi or Konkani. Each group will be given maximum 8 minutes to present the song. The group can bring not more than three music accompaniments. The participant should bring an identity card and the entries should be sent in prescribed proforma on or before Auguest 8. The prizes for the competition are as follows Rs 15000/- (1st prize); Rs 1000/- (2nd prize); Rs 500/- (3rd prize). For more details the interested institutes can contact Deelip Dhargalkar (Tel - 9922541909).
[Goanet] Unnatural deaths reported at Bicholim
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. -- samir BICHOLIM AUG 2: Bicholim police today reported two unnatural deaths. According to the Bicholim police in the first incident a 48 year Yatappa Bassapa Chalwade was found by the road side at Amona Bicholim on July 21, today succumbed at GMC Bambolim. As per the reports the person died due to respiratory failure. In the second incident a person from Uttar Pradesh died in an accident in a cement company at Maina Bicholim. The police are further investigating the case. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/attachments/20070802/195f63a0/attachment.html
[Goanet] Shop destroyed due to rains
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- The First Konkani E-Cinema BLACK Nhesop Atanchem Fashion Premiers at Masrah, Hawalli Auditorium, Kuwait on Aug 10, 2007 http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/2007-August/060201.html --- -- samir BICHOLIM AUG 5: A shop at Haldanwadi Mayem was today destroyed when a tree fell on it, due to heavy rains and cyclonic wind, causing a loss of Rs 8. According to the available information a tree fell on the shop belonging to one Rohidas Mayenkar from Haldanwadi Mayem. The entire shop including the roof, furniture and other material was destroyed causing a loss of property worth Rs 8. The incident occured at around 3.30 pm and the traffic on Bicholim- Mayem route was distrubed for about three hours. The fire force led by Laxman Majik immediately swung into action and cleared the road. Talathi of the Mayem panchayat, Anil Gaonkar conducted the panchanama
[Goanet] BICHOLIM FLOODS,PEOPLE ON HIGH ALERT
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- The First Konkani E-Cinema BLACK Nhesop Atanchem Fashion Premiers at Masrah, Hawalli Auditorium, Kuwait on Aug 10, 2007 http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/2007-August/060201.html --- BICHOLIM AUG 5: The flood sitution at Bicholim and Sanquelim is worsening and several roads in the taluka are submerged under water even as two houses have been damaged due to heavy rains. In the afternoon the 10 cm water was let out from the Anjunem dam at keri (Sanquelim) and due to high tide there was danger of floods and water entered the Sanquelim market. The people from Bicholim and Sanquelim are put on high alert as the water table is likely to rise at midnight due to high tide when the dam water might again be let out.
[Goanet] New group on Bicholim formed
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- The First Konkani E-Cinema BLACK Nhesop Atanchem Fashion Premiers at Masrah, Hawalli Auditorium, Kuwait on Aug 10, 2007 http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/2007-August/060201.html --- A group has been created for the information/ news hungry people of Bicholim. The people can become member of the group by logging on to http://groups.google.com/group/bicholim-goa or simply click on www.bicholim.notlong.com
[Goanet] panchas' husbands meddling in Mayem panchayat affairs
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- The First Konkani E-Cinema BLACK Nhesop Atanchem Fashion Premiers at Masrah, Hawalli Auditorium, Kuwait on Aug 10, 2007 http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/2007-August/060201.html --- -- samir BICHOLIM, AUG 7 — They may be the panchas, but their husbands seem to be wielding power at the Mayem panchayat. Interference by spouses of the female panchas in the affairs of the panchayat annoyed the residents, who gave vent to their anger by refusing to pass any resolution at the recent gram sabha meeting. The gram sabha convened at the panchayat hall was attended by Sarpanch Reshma Sawant and panchas including Sanjay Arondekar, Kajal Karbotkar, Nilkanth Nagvekar, Diksha Patre, Vinita Gaonkar, Suhasini Kinalkar, Krishna Chodankar Santosh Bhosle, Anita Naik and Tulshidas Chodankar. There are six women panchas in the 11-member panchayat. A resident, Vasudev Tari, and the president of the Poira Nagrik Kruti Samiti, Tukaram Ghatwal, raised the issue of the dominating husbands of female panchas in the panchayat. They claimed that the women panchas were dormant and that, all the decisions were being taken by their husbands, so much so that the husbands were also answering queries posed to their wives at the gram sabha. If the women panchas are not able to take decisions and carry out the affairs of the panchayat and their respective wards, they should resign, said Vasudev Tari, prompting an angry exchange of words at the meeting. Residents of Chimulwada-Mayem complained of erratic power failure and the sarpanch explained that the panchayat was unable to take up developmental activities due to insufficient panchayat funds. Panchayat Secretary Mr Parab informed the residents that a pending amount of Rs 5 lakh was still to be deposited by the outgoing panchayat panel. Kamlakant Shirodkar highlighted the bad condition of the roads at Ardhawad-Mayem and demanded that it should be repaired at the earliest. The issue of the mining activities also came for discussion and it was recommended that the mine owners be invited for the gram sabha and asked to comment on various issues including pollution, employment and safety.
[Goanet] Giant Group Tivim organises contest
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- The First Konkani E-Cinema BLACK Nhesop Atanchem Fashion Premiers at Masrah, Hawalli Auditorium, Kuwait on Aug 10, 2007 http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/2007-August/060201.html --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM Aug 9: - The Giants group of Madel- Tivim recently organised spelling bee and handwriting contest for students from std Vth to Xth. The Inaugural ceremony of the contest was held at the hands of vice principal of Dnynaprasarak college of commerce, Shyamsundar Kauthankar by lighting functional lamp. In his speech Kauthankar called upon the students to inculcate the habit of reading to develop their talent. The prize distribution ceremony for the winners was held at the hands of vice-chairperson of Giants international federation VI, Mahabaleshwar Desai. In his speech Desai advised the parents not to overburden their kids to fulfill their baseless goal. The entire responsibility of this contest was handled by Project officer Keshav Deshpande. In the beginning the club president, Satishchandra Paste welcomed the gathering. Also present on the occasion were secretary of Giants international federation VI, Ganpat Raikar; officer, Rajiv Kadam and secretary of Tivim Giants, Deelip Kabadi. The function was compered by Keshav Deshpande while Kabadi proposed vote of thanks. Asha Naik, D. A. Patravali, surendra Boni and others put on their sincere efforts to make the competition successful.
[Goanet] Photo exhibition at Hirabai Zantye hall Bicholim
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM (GOA) AUG 12: The Hindu Jan Jagruti Samiti has organised a three day photo exhibition of a french journalist, Fransua Gotiye based on the terrorism in Kashmir and the atrocities committed on the Kashmiri pandits. The french journalist, Fransua Gotiye has founded the Foundation Against Contiuining Terrorism (FACT) and has exhiited the photos and live CD's on terrorism and the Kashmiri pandits. The exhibition will be held from friday Aug 17 to Aug 19 at Hirabai Zantye memorial hall Bicholim (Goa). Addressing a press conference the Goa coordinator of the samiti, Jayesh Thali told that afforts should be made to stop terrorism at the grassroot level. Terrorism is at our door step and it's high time that we take some measures to curb the same. He told that the samiti is active in Maharastra, Karnataka and Goa. The samiti has requested the people to take the benefit of the exhibition. --- http://www.GOANET.org --- Enjoy Goa cartoonist, Alexyz Fernandes, daily take on contemporary issues www.alexyztoons.com ---
[Goanet] Snake show at Bicholim, Sanquelim
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM AUG 17: The Animal Rescue Squad in association with the Lions club of Sankhali and the forest department has organised a special snake awarness programme on the occasion of Nagpanchami at Bicholim and Sanquelim. According to the press note issued by the president of the animal rescue squad, Amrut Singh the awarness programme will be held at the town centre Bicholim on August 18 at 3.00 pm. A similar programme will be held at Sanquelim on 19th August at 9.15 am at Multipurpose hall Sanquelim. For this programme there will be a talk on protection and importance of wildlife, first aid in snake bite and uses of venom, slide show and different types of live snakes demonstration, information and identification of snakes. --- http://www.GOANET.org --- Follow the online presence of the Museum of Christian Art, Old Goa Contacts: Tel: +91 832 2285299 Email:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://christianartmuseum.goa-india.org/ ---
[Goanet] Bicholim primary school gets first prize in singing competition
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- Follow the online presence of the Museum of Christian Art, Old Goa Contacts: Tel: +91 832 2285299 Email:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://christianartmuseum.goa-india.org/ --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM AUG 20:The Govt Primary school, Bicholim, has bagged the first prize in the All Goa Patriotic song singing competition organized by the Kesari International Club of Porvorim. The second and the third prizes were awarded to Dona Leonar Memorial High School, (Alto-Betim) and the Dr K B Hegdevar High school (Panjim) respectively, while consolation prizes were presented to L D Samant Memorial high school (Porvorim) and Mustifund High school (Panjim). Sandeep Kalangutker and Mrs Kamat adjudged the contest and prizes were distributed by the chief guest and senior journalist Jayant Sambhaji. In his address, Sambhaji observed that most students are not aware of the sacrifices made by freedom fighters to win India its independence and urged parents and teachers to highlight the importance of freedom struggle of India. International President of the Kesari International club Krishankant Bhonsale also spoke on the occasion.(Herald)
[Goanet] Snake awarness programme held at Bicholim
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- Follow the online presence of the Museum of Christian Art, Old Goa Contacts: Tel: +91 832 2285299 Email:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://christianartmuseum.goa-india.org/ --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM AUG 21: The Animal Rescue Squad Bicholim in association with the Lions club of Sankhali and the forest department organised a special snake awarness programme on the occasion of Nagpanchami at Bicholim and Sanquelim. People in large numbers attended the programme. The president of the animal rescue squad, Amrut Singh gave a talk on protection and importance of wildlife, a live demonstration of various poisonous and non poisounous snakes was also held along with the slide show. The members of the squad also gave various first aid tips on snake bite and uses of venom. The prorgamme was very helpful for the people as it gave information on the identification of snakes. It also stressed upon the importance of snakes in our ecosystem and tried to bring about an awarness for the protection of the species. The three hour programme became interesting as the crowd was able to witness the sight of cobra on the Nagpanchami day.
[Goanet] Ten injured in mishap at Sanquelim
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- Follow the online presence of the Museum of Christian Art, Old Goa Contacts: Tel: +91 832 2285299 Email:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://christianartmuseum.goa-india.org/ --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM AUG 23: About ten persons were injured and traffic was disrupted on the Bicholim - Sanquelim road when a bus and a tempo had a head on collision on the Bridge at Sanquelim Bicholim on Wednesday. According to the available information the incident occured at about 8.15 am when a mini bus - Shivam (GA-01-T-875) plying from Valpoi to Panjim had a head on collision with the on coming tempo (GA-01-W-5705). In the incident Kamlakant Mandrekar (Mulgao), Sneha Vasant Yende (Kasarpal - Bicholim), Shivendra Shiva Parab and Surendra Parab both from Karapur; Ismail Bepali, Anvesha Kherbe, Urmila Phalkar, Neha Kerkar, Trupti Kerkar all from Bicholim and Shekhappa Yenakuppa Butta from Duler trevelling in the bus were injured. The incident occured at the middle of the Sanquelim bridge which is the only link between Bicholim and Sanquelim so the traffic was disrupted for well over two hours. The injured were first taken to the cottage hospital at Sanquelim and were later shifted to GMC Bambolim from where most of them were discharged. PSI, Harishchandra Parab attached to the Bicholim police station is further investigating the case.
[Goanet] Duo arrested on suspicion
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- Follow the online presence of the Museum of Christian Art, Old Goa Contacts: Tel: +91 832 2285299 Email:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://christianartmuseum.goa-india.org/ --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM AUG 23 : The Bicholim police arrested two persons while selling aluminum articles at a scrap yard at Usgao Sanquelim. According to the Bicholim police the arrest was made on a tip off when one Yogesh Harishchandra Satelkar from Amadgaon Bicholim and Santosh Vithal Naik from Savoi verem Ponda had gone at a scrap yard with some aluminum article from a temple. The police made the arrest with a bid to find a link to several thefts reported earlier in the month in various temples of Bicholim. Police is further investigating the case.
[Goanet] House damaged at Bicholim
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- Follow the online presence of the Museum of Christian Art, Old Goa Contacts: Tel: +91 832 2285299 Email:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://christianartmuseum.goa-india.org/ --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM AUG 27: A part of house was damaged due to the rains on Saturday at Bhamai Pale causing a loss worth Rs 5. According to the available sources part of the house belonging to one Ratne V Mandrekar from Bhamai Pale was damaged causing a loss worth Rs 5. The incident occured at about 4.30 pm. The Bicholim fire force rushed to the site after receiving information from the control room stationed at the deputy collectors office. The fire force was led by station officer, L V Majik who retrived the things from the debries.
[Goanet] Mayem MLA stresses on science for development
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- Follow the online presence of the Museum of Christian Art, Old Goa Contacts: Tel: +91 832 2285299 Email:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://christianartmuseum.goa-india.org/ --- -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM AUG 28: The Mayem MLA, Anant Shet stressing on the need to understand science told the students to take interest in it to develop the state and the country. The MLA was speaking at the inaugural function of the mobile science exhibition at Ideal High School Pilgao organised by the school in association with the Bhumika Higher secondary school - Parye Sattari and science, Technology Environment department Goa. Speaking further Shet told that science can only bring about progress in our country. Science can bring about progress and develop our nation so the students should develop interest in science as it is very important in the modern world. The chief of the exhibition, Laxmikant Chari; Headmaster of the Ideal High school, Ramchandra Garde were among others present for the function. The students of the school performed various exhibitions with the assistence of the teachers. Arvind Sainekar later proposed the vote of thanks.
[Goanet] Woman elctrocuted at Bicholim
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 1: In a second incident after just 15 days a 45 year old woman from Kudchire Bicholim died due to electrocuting. According to the available information one Bhaghirathi Gaonkar (45) from Kudchirem died when a tree fell on a high tension 220 kv wire laid near her house. Due to heavy winds in the afternoon a tree fell on the high tension wire leading to a spark. The spark was such that it electrocuted Bhaghirathi who was near her house some 15 meters away. This is the second incident of its kind earlier in the same village on August 16 a woman Sharada Kudchirkar had died when electric sparks fell on her and her two children. Bicholim PSI, M R Gawas is further investigating the case.
[Goanet] Bicholimpolice station in dearth of cops?
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 2: The Bicholim police station which has about 17 village panchayat and two municipality under its ambit seem to be running in shortage of police personnel. According to the sources the sanctioned strenght of the Bicholim police is as follows Police inspector (1), Police sub inspector (3), Assistant sub inspector (5), Head Constable (20), Police Constable (83). At present the Bicholim police is having the following staff Police inspector (1), Police sub inspector (4), Assistant sub inspector (4), Head Constable (18), Police Constable (74). Even though over all the figures look comfortable all is not well when it comes to managing the vast Bicholim taluka that extends from Dodamarg to the end of Pale. The police station is actually in need more police constables and it becomes a problem when they some of them go on leave a highly placed source told Herald adding the same personnel has to bare the night shifts continuously which sometimes becomes a nightmare. The demand that the Sanquelim police out post be upgraded and turned into a police station is still to see the ray of light.
[Goanet] pedestrian killed at Dodamarg
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 5: An unknown 35 year old pedestrian was today found dead after a hit and run case reported at Dodamarg Bicholim. According to the Bicholim police the incident occured at night when an unknown person was walking along the road at Dodamarg near the Sai mandir. Some truck crushed him and his body was noticed in the morning by the people. PSI, T P Walke conducted the panchanama and HC, Ganesh Raut is further investigating the case.
[Goanet] Goan Tamils assured govt support
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 5: The Health Minstister, Vishwajeet Rane talking about the broad minded Goan mentality assured the Tamils leaving in Goa that their government will always support them in every way possible. The Health Minister was speaking on the occasion of special programme organised by the Kalpaka cultural Association to mark the Onam festivities in the fully packed hall of Mahamaya at Bordem Bicholim. The Bicholim MLA, Rajesh Patnekar, President of the Association, K Bhaskaran; Secretary, Shridharan Gopal and treasurer, K K Prakashan were among others present on the occasion. It will be our endivour to make the people from other states to feel at home in Goa Rane stressed adding our government will always help the association in every possible manner. Speaking about the Goans he lauded the Goans for their unity and told that every goan is peace loving and celebrate the festivals even of other religion or state. People from other states have made Goa their home and even Goans have established a special bond and relation with them Rane maintained. Telling that he was unaware about the exsitance of such a large community of tamils in Goa he told that a get together of this kind only strengthens the relation and reminds one of their own hometown. Bicholim MLA, Rajesh Patnekar wished the community on the Onam and told that there are several people from other states leaving in Goa and their associations have done wonderful work for the state. The programme began in the morning at about 8 am. Several cultural programmes were held which included dance and drama. Prizes of the Rangoli competition made out of Flowers were given at the hands of the minister. Usha Prakashan and team begged the first prize while Johney Kutty Stephen's team and Saroj team got the second and the third prize respectivelly. In the begining the president of the association, K Bhaskaran welcomed the geathering while later the Treasurer, K K Prakashan proposed the vote of thanks.
[Goanet] Saraswat Vidyalaya wins district level Badminton
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 5: The Saraswat Vidyalaya Khorlim Mapusa swept the District level Badminton tournament by winning U -17 boys girls as well as U- 14 boys. In Under - 17 boys tournament Saraswat defeted People's High School Panjim (2 - 1). In the first round Aniket Shenai defeted Prathemash by 21-10, 21-10. In the second round Akhil Shetye of Saraswat H S had to face defeat. In the late doubles final Akhil and Aniket defeated Abhijeet and Prathemash of People's H S. In Under - 17 girls Saraswat defeated Mushtifund HS Panjim (2-0). Vaibhavi Kalangutkar of Saraswat gain victory over Tanvi 21-11; 21-17. While Nikita Samant of Saraswat defeated Ankita 21-16; 21-12. Under - 14 boys Saraswat tasted victory agains Rosery HS Panjim. In the first match Sachin Pathak had to face defeat. Saraswat's Gautam Aamrekar defeated his rival 21-8,21-11 and maintained a tie. During the doubles final round Gautam and Shantanu Karnik defeated the Rosary boys 21-14, 21-18. The physical education teachers, Jayendra Nagvekar and Vinod Bilgoji had assisted and trained the students. Meanwhile, the Headmaster of Saraswat Vidyalaya, Sanjiv Dharwadkar has congratulated the players for their success.
[Goanet] Cyclist hurt in mishap at Bicholim
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 8: A 28 year old cycle rider from Sarvan - Bicholim was today seriously injured when he was knocked down by a bus at Sarvan Bicholim. According to the available information the incident occurred at about 9 am. A bus (GA- 01- Z- 5295) plying from Bicholim to Valpoi in a bid to overtake another bus dashed one Gopal Narayan Dhawaskar (28) from Sarvan while he was crossing the road on his cycle. Dhawaskar was seriously injured on his head and was shifted to GMC Bambolim. Bicholim Head constable, Harishchandra Parab is further investigating the case. --- http://www.GOANET.org --- ECAP 2007 - Computer Society of India - Goa Chapter inaugurates its 15th Exhibition of Computers Allied Products at Hotel Mandovi, Panaji at 9:30am on Sep 8, 2007 at the hands of Mr. M. N. Rao - Advisor Director (IT) Department of Computer Science - Government of Goa. All are cordially Invited ---
[Goanet] BICHOLIM LEGAL AID CELL INAUGURATION TOMORROW
* G * O * A * N * E * T C * L * A * S * S * I * F * I * E * D * S * GARCA BRANCA VACATION ACCOMMODATION LOUTULIM, SOUTH GOA. For RR; modern/clean amenities; serene, healthy and wholesome location Visit http://www.garcabranca.com for details/booking/confirmation. -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 8: The inauguration of the Bicholim free legal aid cell will be held on September 9 at Deendayal Hall Bicholim at 4.00 pm. The legal aid cell is formed by the students of the V M Salgaoncar college of law in association with the Vidyavardhak Mandal Bicholim. The Bicholim MLA, Rajesh Patnekar will be the chief guest for the function. Adv Dhaktu Pal and Adv Mahendra Alornekar will be the guest speaker while the chairman of Vidyavardhak Mandal, Sadashiv Varde Walaulikar will be the special invitee. The function will also include a seminar on legal Awarness. The cell will be operational on every Saturday from 3 to 5 at the Shantadurga High school Bicholim. Meanwhile, the cell members have called upon the people to take benefit of the same in solving their legal problems. --- http://www.GOANET.org --- ECAP 2007 - Computer Society of India - Goa Chapter inaugurates its 15th Exhibition of Computers Allied Products at Hotel Mandovi, Panaji at 9:30am on Sep 8, 2007 at the hands of Mr. M. N. Rao - Advisor Director (IT) Department of Computer Science - Government of Goa. All are cordially Invited ---
[Goanet] Legal awareness to help people: Bicholim MLA
http://www.GOANET.org TRI Continental Film Festival - Dona Paula, Goa, Sep 28 - Oct 2, 2007 http://www.moviesgoa.org/tricontinental/tricon.htm Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 11: Bicholim MLA, Rajesh Patnekar highlighting about the changing times urged the people to be aware of the law to keep a check on the illegalities. The MLA was speaking at the inaugural function of the free legal aid cell at Bicholim organised by the V M Salgaoncar college of law in association with the Vidyavardhak Mandal Bicholim. The general public should be aware of the existing laws and should know how it can benifit them so that they can chanelise the government machinery in right direction to get their works done Patnekar said adding the consumer and the Right to information law are the most beneficial to the public. Congratulating the students for opening the free legal aid cell Patnekar asked them to organise seminars and discussions in the taluka on law after every two months. The faculty cell incharge, Prof Naguesh Colvalkar explained the need of the cells and also told that they are extending their ambit and this year have opened a cell at Banda - Maharastra. During the seminar Adv Dhaktu Pal spoke on Consumer Rights while Adv Mahendra Alornekar delt with the topic Right to information Act. The people who were present on the occasion asked several queries which were answered by the lawyers and the professor. The BMC councillor, Aruna Patnekar, chairman of Vidyavardhak Mandal, Sadashiv Varde Walaulikar were also present on the occasion. In the begining Shradha Navelkar introduced the guests, Shubha Varde Walaulikar comparad the function while later Sanam Shekh proposed the vote of thanks.
[Goanet] Couple injured in mishap at Sanquelim
http://www.GOANET.org TRI Continental Film Festival - Dona Paula, Goa, Sep 28 - Oct 2, 2007 http://www.moviesgoa.org/tricontinental/tricon.htm Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 11: A couple was seriously injured in a mishap at Gokulwadi Sanquelim. According to the available information the accident occured in the morning. A bus (GA-01-U-5115) plying from Sanquelim to Valpoi took a sudden halt at Gokulwadi Sanquelim and a maruti car (GA-01-C-0348) banged it from the rare, lost it's control and collided with the motorcycle (GA-01-B-2512) coming from the other side. In this incident motorcycle rider, Gajanan Wantekar and his wife Priyanka Wantekar were seriously injured and were shifted to GMC Bambolim. Meanwhile a 28 year old cycle rider from Sarvan - Bicholim was on saturday seriously injured when he was knocked down by a bus at Sarvan Bicholim. According to the available information the incident occured at about 9 am. A bus (GA- 01- Z- 5295) plying from Bicholim to Valpoi in a bid to overtake another bus dashed one Gopal Narayan Dhawaskar (28) from Sarvan while he was crossing the road on his cycle. Dhawaskar was seriously injured on his head and was shifted to GMC Bambolim. Bicholim Head constable, Harishchandra Parab is further investigating the case.
[Goanet] Paramout case :Bicholim MLA for morcha against police
http://www.GOANET.org TRI Continental Film Festival - Dona Paula, Goa, Sep 28 - Oct 2, 2007 http://www.moviesgoa.org/tricontinental/tricon.htm For public viewing Registration at The International Centre Goa Ph: +91 (832) 2452805 to 10 Online Media Partner: http://www.GOANET.org -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 16: The Bicholim MLA, Rajesh Patnekar has called upon the people to join massive morcha on Monday at 4.30 pm against the slow investigation of the Bicholim police in the paramour case. Speaking to Herald the MLA and the BMC councillor, Satish Gaonkar expressed dissatisfaction over the police investigation in the paramour case. It may be recalled that on Tuesday one Imtiyaz Shekh (25) from Muslimwada had severely injured a girl from Naiknagar, Poonam Ramdas Haldankar when he found that she got engaged to someone else. The girl was immediately shifted to PHC Bicholim from where she was refered to GMC Bambolim and the boy had fled the site. It is indeed surprising that the police are yet to nab the culprit and we protest against the same Patnekar said adding the morcha will begin from Naiknagar and will go to the Bicholim police station. Meanwhile, Patnekar has called upon all the people from Bicholim to support the morcha as a protest against the brutal act and the police inability to nab the culprit.
[Goanet] Bicholim people stage morcha, gives eight days ultimatum
http://www.GOANET.org TRI Continental Film Festival - Dona Paula, Goa, Sep 28 - Oct 2, 2007 http://www.moviesgoa.org/tricontinental/tricon.htm For public viewing Registration at The International Centre Goa Ph: +91 (832) 2452805 to 10 Online Media Partner: http://www.GOANET.org Samir Umarye BICHOLIM SEPT 17: About 200 people from Bicholim today carried out a massive morcha in the protest against the slow investigation of the Bicholim police in the paramour case. On Tuesday one Imtiyaz Shekh (25) from Muslimwada had severely injured a girl from Naiknagar, Poonam Ramdas Haldankar when he found that she had got engaged to someone else. The girl was immediately shifted to PHC Bicholim from where she was refereed to GMC Bambolim and the boy had fled the site. The Bicholim MLA, Rajesh Patnekar had given a call to all the people to support the morcha against the slow investigation of the police. Today the morcha started from Naiknagar Bicholim led by Bicholim MLA, Rajesh Patnekar; BMC chairman, Satish Gaonkar and the Goa Shiv Sena chief, Upendra Gaonkar. The morcha that began at about 4.30 pm after going to the new bus stand and later marched towards the Bicholim police station. On reaching the police station the posse of police stationed at the entrance denied them the entry. Furious at this the mob forced themselves into the police station shouting anti police slogans. The handful of police was not able to control the mob who flung open the gates and tried to enter the main building of the police. The mob questioned as to why they were denied the entry when they had resorted to peaceful means of agitation. Later a delegation led by Bicholim MLA, Rajesh Patnekar submitted a memorandum to the DySP, Vaman Tari and demanded the arrest of the paramour. The memorandum also asked the police to keep a check on the roadside romeos near the college and higher secondaries. The delegation questioned as to why there was a delay in the investigation by the police and as to how they were not even able to get a photo of the paramour even after eight days of the incident. The family of the paramour should be interrogated by the police to know the whereabouts of the paramour BMC councillor Manohar Shirodkar remarked accusing they are in constant touch and are trying to misguide the police. The delegation also gave the police eight days time to nab the culprit. We will be forced to take law into our hands if the police fails to solve the issue Goa Shiv Sena chief, Upendra Gaonkar warned asking them to take the case seriously. Explaining to the mob Bicholim PI, Braz Menezes told about the various steps taken by the police in this connection. He also told that they would get the photo of the paramour in next two days. The mob later went to the old bus stand where a public meeting was addressed by the MLA, Shiv Sena chief, BMC chairman and others. They told about their motive of the morcha and thanked the public for their support. They also told that they have given the police eight days time to solve the case and they would decide their next move after the end of the ultimatum. Photo at: http://www.goanet.org
[Goanet] BICHOLIM
--- Goanet recommends, and is proud to be associated with, 'Domnic's Goa' - A nostalgic romp through a bygone era. This book is the perfect gift for any Goan, or anyone wanting to understand Goa. Distributed locally by Broadway, near Caculo Island, Panjim internationally by OtherIndiaBookStore.Com. For trade enquiries contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] --- -- samir BICHOLIM JUNE 17: The chief minister, Digambar Kamat appreciating the congress workers for the success of the party assured that the loosing congress candidate from Bicholim will be treated at par with that of an MLA of the constituency. The chief minister was speaking at the get together of the congress workers held at the Shirodkar building Bicholim on Friday. It may be recalled that the congress candidate from Bicholim, Naresh Sawal was defeated in the recently held assembly elections against the MLA, Rajesh Patnekar. Sawal will be treated equal to that of an MLA and all the pending works in Bicholim will be complited Kamat explained adding the workers will not be given a chance to complain during my tenure. Kamat also took the issue of the congress workers and gave them equal importance The congress workers will not be neglected and will be given due importance as it is because of them that we can build our party Kamat explained. We will strictly follow the agenda of the party and see to it that most of the developmental work is carried out as per the plans he told asking the congress supporters to continue their work as before. The speaker of the assembly, Pratapsingh Rane in his speech congrtulated the workers for the success of the party We got active workers and this is not their success but the success of the workers Rane stressed. Rane also assured that he will do the assigned duty as a speaker in the right way, I have done selfless work and will continue to do the same even as a speaker.
[Goanet] Bicholim
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org -- samir BICHOLIM JUNE 20: The continuous rains disrupted the normal life of the people in Bicholim even as there was no untoward incident reported in the taluka. The rains affected the weekly bazaar of Bicholim as there was hardly any rush in the market since morning. The people chose to remain indoors due to the continuous rains. There were no incidents of loss of property reported in the taluka eventhough there was a power failure in the evening in some parts of Bicholim. Meanwhile, in view of the possible floods in the taluka all the precautions have been taken. The low laying areas have been spotted and are being monitored. Arrengments have also been made to shift the people to safer areas if the need arises. Besides, special boats and other equipments have been stationed near the Bicholim fire force office. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/attachments/20070620/4ae38bd3/attachment.html
[Goanet] Bicholim Rotary club to inaugurate bus shed
http://www.GOANET.org International Cuisine Conference on Traditional Asian Diet Panaji, Goa, September 2-5, 2007 - http://www.indologygoa.in Online Media Partner: http://www.goanet.org -- samir BICHOLIM JUNE 24: The Rotary club of Bicholim has organised a function for the inauguration of the bus stop shed opposite Primary Health centre Bicholim on 28th June 2007 at 10 am. The bus stop shed which is constructed in the memory of late Subhash S Govekar will be inaugurated at the hands of assistant governor of the club, Mangesh Kulkarni. The Bicholim MLA, Rajesh Patnekar; Mayem MLA, Anant Shet; Sarpanc, Fondu Sawant; Businessman, Shrirang Narvekar will be present on the occasion. Meanwhile, the secretary of the club, Sudath Mandrekar has called upon the people to attend the same.
[Goanet] The Rotary club of Bicholim completes 13 years of service
WWW.GOANET.ORG *** A N N O U N C E M E N T Launching Goanet-sports - Dedicated to Sports in Goa and Goans in Sports Get your free subscription at: http://lists.goanet.org/listinfo.cgi/goanet-sports-goanet.org -- samir BICHOLIM JUNE 26: The Rotary club of Bicholim has completed 13 years of service in the taluka and have undertaken several community development programmes for the betterment of the society. Addressing a press conference the president of the club, Vinayak Shirodkar told that their club was established in Bicholim in 1993. Since then we have never turned back and we were always in the forefront with our moto - Service above self Shirodkar told. The club has undertaken some major projects every year including a house for the needy, bus shed and several other projects. Till now our projects include construction of about six houses for the needy, several bus shed, sign boards and water supply to schools Shirodkar said adding This year a house was donated to one Narayan Malik from Harvalem and a bus shed constructed near the PHC Bicholim The bus shed near the PHC Bicholim was the demand of not only the commuters but also the doctors as at times the patients going towards Sanquelim had to stand near the road in absence of the shed. This demand was met by the club with the assistance of the land owner, Pranam Govekar the president disclosed. He also told that the club conducts special camps for students of school and higher secondaries which helps them in various ways. Besides, the club is also involved in organising various competitions throughout the year in the taluka.
[Goanet] Bicholim fire force on high alert, Two houses damaged,
WWW.GOANET.ORG *** A N N O U N C E M E N T Launching Goanet-sports - Dedicated to Sports in Goa and Goans in Sports Get your free subscription at: http://lists.goanet.org/listinfo.cgi/goanet-sports-goanet.org -- samir BICHOLIM JUNE 29: Two houses were damaged at Honda Sanquelim today due to the heavy rains and the wind causing a loss of property worth six thousand. According to the available information the house belonging to one Hari Phati Thakur and Rohidas Phati Thakur from Thakurwada Honda were damaged when two huge trees fell on their houses. They suffered a loss of Rs 6000. The Bicholim fire force officials went to the site and were able to save property worth Rs 25,000. The Bicholim fire station is put on high alert in view of the heavy rains and possible strom in the arabian sea during the next 48 hours. speaking to Herald the fire force officials informed that they have received a message to be alert as Bicholim is prone to floods. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/attachments/20070629/100ea6ac/attachment.htm
[Goanet] TERRORISM AWARENESS MEET AT BICHOLIM ON SUNDAY
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM DEC 23: To bring about an awareness among the people concerning terrorism and it's ill-effects the Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS) Goa has organised a public meeting on Sunday, December 28 at 5 pm at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Maidan Bicholim. Addressing a press conference here in the city the Goa co-ordinator fo HJS, Sadashiv Dhond expressed an urgent need to bring about awareness among the people concerning terrorism in the country. Our state is also not free from such activities and some of the terrorists held by the police earlier had disclosed their plans to attack Goa Dhond told adding this threat is universal and there is an urgent need for an awareness among the people. This is the sixth public meeting in the state and around 5000 people would attend the meet Dhond expressed his confidence the campaigning has already started in areas including Bicholim, Mayem, Valpoi, Parye, Pali and Tivim. Dhond also expressed his concern over the temple desecration in several places in the state. He also asked others not to interfere in the Hindu religion. Let all have their own religion and no one should interfere in someone else's customs and beliefs he told. Pithadhishwar Shree Kshetra Tapobhumi, H H Brahmeshanand Swami Maharaj would be the chief guest for the function. RSS chief Goa Unit, Prof Subhash Velingkar; Sangam Borkar (Dharmashakti Sena); Madan Sawant (Sanatan Sanstha); Jayesh Thali (HJS) would also be present for the function. The HJS Bicholim chief, Prashant Chanekar; representative of RSS, Sunil Vengurlekar; representative of Sanatan Sanstha, Sangeeta Naik were also expressed their support for the meeting.
[Goanet] Rare gliding lizard found at Valpoi
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM FEB 16: A beautiful Southern Gliding Lizard stuck in the grease inside the irrigation department's pump house at Murmunem, Guleli, was rescued by wildlife activists on Saturday evening. It could not move as it got stuck in the grease of the pump, Amrut Singh of Animal Rescue Squad (ARS) told on Monday, adding Luckily, it did not suffer any injuries. Draco dussumieri or gliding lizard or draco as it is referred to was rescued by Anand Melekar, a member of the Bicholim-based, ARS after he received a call from an Irrigation department employee, Dananjay Naik. The lizard was a female and was about 10 cms in length. Whenever we tried keeping it on a tree, it changed its colours after some time, Singh said. Lizards of maximum 230 mm length have been found, he said. The Draco is found in the western ghats and is also found in Goa in sanctuary areas. However, it is rare to see one, Singh said. It is known to survive on ants. The colour on its wings makes it beautiful in appearance. It is greyish-brown above, and it has often dark circles on its back. We released the lizard on Sunday after taking its photographs, Singh said. It was released in the dense forest near Valpoi. It sped away and disappeared the moment it was set free, he added.
[Goanet] WALL COLLAPSES: 3 killed, 4 injured in Bicholim Industrial estate
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM, FEB 17: Three labourers died while four others were seriously injured when a wall under construction collapsed at the Bicholim Industrial Estate on Tuesday morning. Bicholim police have identified the deceased as Jaitul Kamal Sheikh (20), Razikul Shahajal Shekh (20) and Salim Fansu Shekh (20), all from West Bengal, while the injured persons are Karimuvul Tuku Sheikh (22), Esabdin Sheikh (19), Mannadil Sheikh and Karimulla Sheikh. According to police reports, the incident took place at about 11 am as seven workers were plastering the 9.5-metre wall of a factory. While three stood on the bamboo scaffolding, others were on the ground. Work was in progress to extend the factory premises. The wall suddenly collapsed, burying Jaitul, Razikul and Salim under the debris. The impact was such that they died on the spot, while locals managed to rescue four other labourers. Police rushed to the site and shifted the injured labourers to the Bicholim primary health centre, from where one labourer was shifted to the Goa Medical College hospital, Bambolim in a critical condition. Incidentally, the contractor was not present at the site when the incident took place. Speaking to reporters, Bicholim Police Inspector Braz Menezes said that the 9.5-metre wall had no support and added that low-grade material was used in the construction. There is no formal complaint, but we have started investigations into the case, said Menezes. Bicholim fire services also rushed to the site and cleared the debris, with the help of locals. Bicholim Deputy Collector Arvind Bugde also agreed with Menezes in stating that the construction material was of poor quality, leading to the collapse of the wall Bicholim Industrial Estate Manager Deepak Kakode, Area Manager Premanand Gaonkar and the director of the factory also rushed to the site and took stock of the situation. Police has seized construction files from the factory premises .
[Goanet] Bicholim school has classes in verandah!
-- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM FEB 28: Imagine having your classroom in a verandah or having to travel a distance of 6 kms just to attend Science practicals and computer education. This is the fate of students from Government Primary and High School in Maulinguem-Kudchirem in Bicholim, who have to go all the way to the Government High School in Kansarpal, simply because facilities are absent in the Kudchirem school. The paltry facilities at the Kudchirem school are such that students of three classes are compelled to sit in the verandah of the school due to lack of space. The school has also been hampered with insufficient teachers. It may be noted that Government Primary School and High School at Deulwada-Kudchirem runs classes from Std I to Std X. About 15 students are studying in SSC. Though the SSC students are to answer their board exams in April, the school does not have teachers to teach them English, Mathematics and Social Science. As such, primary teachers are compelled to teach the SSC students. Moreover, the school lacks laboratory and computer facilities due to which students are compelled to attend Science practicals and computer education at the Government school in Kansarpal, about 6 kms from Maulinguem. Many students are now reluctant to attend classes due to non-availability of required teaching faculty and infrastructure. It is understood that the government had sanctioned approvals for the new school building premises through GSIRDC, however there has been no action by the government with the regard till date. Meanwhile, Maunlinguem-Kudchirem Sarpanch Digambar Gaonkar accompanied by all Panchas Shital Sawal, Rajan Usapkar, Madhu Naik, Shiva Gaonkar, Mahesh Gaonkar and Rashmi Gaonkar have unanimously demanded an immediate solution in the matter. Speaking to reporters, Mayem MLA Anant Shet stated that he has already forwarded the matter with the higher authorities. “I will contact the education minister in this matter for permanent solution,” he added.
[Goanet] LEOPARD ON PROWL, ATTACKS ONE IN BICHOLIM
* * * 2007 ANNUAL GOANETTERS MEET - GOA * * * WHERE: Foodland Cafe - Miramar Residency - Miramar, Goa WHEN: December 27, 2007 @ 4:30pm More info: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/2007-December/066098.html -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM DEC 15: The leopards are on the prowl at Bicholim as last night at Naiginim a person escaped an attack by a female leopard while returning home. According to the available information the incident occured at about 9 pm on Thursday. One Prasad Umarye from Naiginim Bicholim who was coming home at night was intercepted by a female leopard who was on the middle of the road along with two cubs. The place is covered with forest and there are hardly any street lights in the area. I was returning from waiginim vaado when suddenly i saw someone in the middle of the road Umarye recalls with fear at first i thought it would be a calf and ignored it and went ahead with my motorcycle. It was only when i reached very close to the wild cat that i realised the seriousness of the situation he explained adding leopard along with it's two cubs was just half meter away from me and i was unable to decide what to do. There was no option, whole of my body shivered with fear and at the next moment i just tried to raise the speed of my bike he recalls because of the sound of the accelerator the cubs got afraid and ran into the bushes but the leopard was still on the road, staring at the light of the motorcycle. Umarye without wasting a minute speeded his motorcycle The leopard ran behind me for almost about 150 meters, he pounced on the bike but luckily i escaped and his paw fell on the dicky of the motorcycle partly damaging it. Controlling the balance Umarye ran for his life. I would never forget the incident and it is high time that the forest department should seriously think about the case Umarye who is a teacher at Hedgewar High School Panjim complaints since last year we are requesting the authorities to look into the matter as this is not the only cases and people here are forced to stay under a constant fear. It may be recalled that leopard was spoted at Naiginim several times even during last year. The Animal Rescue Squad who had recently caught a leopard at Bicholim had also laid a trap in the area and kept vigil for many days but were not able to catch the wild cat. --- Spread the Christmas Cheer, even when you're not here! Send classic greetings to your loved ones in Goa. EXPRESSIONS - 2007 Christmas Hamper Visit http://www.goa-world.com/expressions/xmas/ Or e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ---
[Goanet] Leopard injures another in Bicholim, trap laid
* * * 2007 ANNUAL GOANETTERS MEET - GOA * * * WHERE: Foodland Cafe - Miramar Residency - Miramar, Goa WHEN: December 27, 2007 @ 4:30pm More info: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/2007-December/066098.html -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM DEC 17: The Animal Rescue Squad has laid a trap to catch the female leopard who is on the prowl at Niaginim Bicholim. Speaking to Herald the ARS chief, Amrut Singh told that after knowing about leopard attack on the people he along with his team swung into action. We have laid a trap and are waiting in the jungel at night to catch the leopard who has created a havoc in the area Amrut Singh told. It may be recalled that a teacher, Prasad Umarye had an escape from the Leopard when it attacked him. Meanwhile, another person from Vathadev, Sanjay Matonkar was also attacked on the same night as he along with two of his friends was going from the same route. On Friday night Matonkar along with Nilesh Gaonkar and Pandurang Gaonkar were going on the their motorcycle when the Leopard pounce on them. In the attack Matonkar was injured with the nails of the wild cat but luckily they all managed to escape. Matonkar was later treated at the Primary Health Centre Bicholim and was discharged. Amrut Singh on Saturday kept vigil at night but was not able to catch the wild cat. We are trying our best and are sure to nab it before it harms someone else As per the villagers the Leopard has already killed several of dogs and goats from the village and a calf belonging to one Gajanan Chari has also became victim of the wild cat. Meanwhile there is fear in the minds of the villagers and people have stopped going on the road at night. --- Spread the Christmas Cheer, even when you're not here! Send classic greetings to your loved ones in Goa. EXPRESSIONS - 2007 Christmas Hamper Visit http://www.goa-world.com/expressions/xmas/ Or e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ---
Re: [Goanet] LEOPARD ON PROWL, ATTACKS ONE IN BICHOLIM
* * * 2007 ANNUAL GOANETTERS MEET - GOA * * * WHERE: Foodland Cafe - Miramar Residency - Miramar, Goa WHEN: December 27, 2007 @ 4:30pm More info: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/2007-December/066098.html -- Samir Umarye Mervyn Lobo had indeed written a good joke. Felt that Lobo wana read more on Leopards. or to say He might have just read between the words Really a Leopard cannot run for 150 meters? Then probably LOBO'S LEOPARD/ BEAR would be a LAME. The leopard is capable of running just under 40 miles per hour for brief periods. It can leap more than 20 feet horizontally, and 10 feet vertically. It is also a very adept swimmer. And a link for my dear friend http://www.bigcatrescue.org/leopard.htm anyway thanks for the reply. --- Spread the Christmas Cheer, even when you're not here! Send classic greetings to your loved ones in Goa. EXPRESSIONS - 2007 Christmas Hamper Visit http://www.goa-world.com/expressions/xmas/ Or e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ---
[Goanet] Re Re LEOPARD ON PROWL, ATTACKS ONE IN BICHOLIM
* * * * *http://www.goanet.org* * * * * Stage Play: ON THE HOLY TRAIL Staged By: The Mustard Seed Art Company Where: Kala Academy - Mini Open-air Auditorium When: Dec 20 21, 2007 @ 7pm Read a Review at: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/2007-December/066558.html -- Samir Umarye Dear Mervyl Lobo Your photo gallery by the side of the ALREADY KILLED animals i saw and the only word that i can utter about them is CRUELTY. TODAY A LEOPARD CAUGHT HERE IN BICHOLIM ESCAPED AND RAN. THE LEOPARD RAN THROUGH THE CROWD (injuring few) INTO THE JUNGLE WITH A REAL GOOD SPEED OR TO SAY JUMPS. He broke the iron rods with a single jump infront of me and about more than 100 people present at the site. TO ADD TO THIS IT WAS MORE THAN 8 SECONDS BUT THE SPEED WAS REALLY FAST just that i was not able to measure it's speed EVEN THIS TIME as i had no SPEEDOMETER. STORY COMING UP SOON... --- Spread the Christmas Cheer, even when you're not here! Send classic greetings to your loved ones in Goa. EXPRESSIONS - 2007 Christmas Hamper Visit http://www.goa-world.com/expressions/xmas/ Or e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ---
[Goanet] LEOPARD ESCAPES: RESCUE TEAM INJURED
* * * * *http://www.goanet.org* * * * * Stage Play: ON THE HOLY TRAIL Staged By: The Mustard Seed Art Company Where: Kala Academy - Mini Open-air Auditorium When: Dec 20 21, 2007 @ 7pm Read a Review at: http://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/2007-December/066558.html -- Samir Umarye BICHOLIM DEC 21: A three year old leopard caught in the trap laid by Animal Rescue Squad escaped after breaking the iron rod of the cage and injuring three ARS members at Naiginim Bicholim. It may be recalled that since last few days leopard had created havoc in the area by attacking the villagers and killing dogs and cattles. The ARS had laid a trap to catch the leopard at Dhangarwada Naiginim and had kept vigil at night. Today at about 4 am a leopard was traped in the cage and the villagers later informed the ARS about the incident. The ARS chief, Amrut Singh along with his team including Kedar Kanekar and Dinesh Mandrekar swung into action and went to the site. The news of the leopard spread like wild fire and soon there was huge crowd seen in the area. Amrut Singh went with the motive to directly transport the leopard to Bondla. We were just putting a sack over the cage when the leopard became so violent that it swung and jumped in our direction bending the 8 mm iron rod Amrut singh disclosed adding before we could sense what was happening the leopard ran from the crowd into the jungle Probably the cage was of a bit bigger in size and the iron rods were also rusted this made his escape easier and also he was able to jump with a force in the cage Amrut Singh accepts because of the crowd too the leopard got nervous and furious. In a desperate bid to escape the leopard also injured those who came in between them including Amrut Singh. One of his leg fell on my shoulder and thus his nail went deep inside causing a wound. he told. Besides the ARS incharge the members including Kedar Kanekar and Dinesh Mandrekar were also got injured as the leopard's leg fell on their neck and shoulder. All were later treated in the hospital. It is surprising that he managed to flee from a very narrow opening and with a lightening speed Amrut Singh told who was still on the site along with the forest officials laying another trap for the wild cat. --- Spread the Christmas Cheer, even when you're not here! Send classic greetings to your loved ones in Goa. EXPRESSIONS - 2007 Christmas Hamper Visit http://www.goa-world.com/expressions/xmas/ Or e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ---
