As Ministers and aspirants for a Cabinet berth prefer to keep their fingers crossed over the much-anticipated Cabinet rejig, it’s now increasingly clear that the fate of the incumbent Ministers will depend on three basis criteria – performance, conduct with the public and whether he is an asset to the organisation. Sources say the much awaiting exercise is also expected to send a message to incumbent Ministers as well as aspirants that the party is supreme no matter how powerful they are in the political scheme of things. Wait and watch.
Benaulim puzzle: Will uncle, nephew face off in 2027 polls?
After Varca strongman Bab Churchill disclosed plans to throw his hat in the 2027 election ring, Benaulikars wonder whether Uncle Churchill and Nephew Warren will cross swords against each other from Benaulim. In fact, Benaulikars have been taken aback after Churchilllbab unveiled plans to contest from Benaulim. What exactly prompted the former MLA to go to the town on his decision to contest the 2027 polls remains unclear. Warren, on the other hand, seemed systematically going about his job in Benaulim, ostensibly with an eye on the 2027 Polls. Any questions?
Benaulim politics: Venzy stays clear of political clashes
Aam Aadmi Party Benaulim MLA Venzybab Viegas seemed working to a plan in Benaulim. When Varca strongman Bab Churchill went to the town challenging the Benaulim MLA to show any development in Benaulim after his exit in 2022, Venzybab preferred to ignore the claim. Not one who will shy away from calling spade a spade, the Merchant Navy Captain-turned-politician did not want to join issue with any of his political adversaries on his home turf, be it the ex-MLA or Benaulim Congress leaders, opposed to any tie-up with the Arvind Kejriwal-led party in Goa. Any questions?
Low minority representation in Nuvem BJP unit raises eyebrows
A mere four members of the minority community in the 31-member Nuvem BJP Mandal may come as a surprise for many. For, Nuvem is represented by Saxtti lone MLA Aleixobab Sequeira, who is considered second to none when it comes to planning strategies. Sources say nothing would have stopped the political heavyweight from stuffing the mandal with members of the minority community. Call it a political strategy or otherwise, the BJP Nuvem Mandal is indeed a talking point in political circles.
Damu’s ascent: From local leader to national presence
BJP State president Damu Naik with PM Narendra Modi in New Delhi.
Who had ever imagined that the next door BJP poster boy from Fatorda would rub shoulders with BJP’s top national top leadership one day? Well, BJP State President Damubab Naik was in the thick of action this week. For the first time after taking over the reins of party leadership, Damubab called on Prime Minister Narendrabai Modi, to discuss the gamut of party issues pertaining to Goa. He also had a meeting with Home Minister Amit Shah, party Chief J P Nadda and other party leaders. In the past, Damubab must have called on these leaders as part of numerous party delegations. Any questions?
