Goa MLA Apologizes for Protests in Assembly Over River Dam Issue
Goa Forward Party MLA Vijai Sardesai issued an apology in the state assembly following protests by individuals in the visitors' gallery against a proposed dam. The incident involved passes issued by his office, leading to a demand from the Speaker for an apology or further action. Sardesai highlighted the need for clarity on pass-issuance responsibilities.
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Vijai Sardesai, MLA of the Goa Forward Party, apologized in the state assembly for the protest incident in the visitors' gallery. This incident was triggered by passes issued from his office.
The protest, aimed at opposing a proposed dam on the Zuari River, saw four individuals arrested for their actions in the assembly's visitors' gallery.
Sardesai stressed the need for clearer guidelines on MLAs' responsibilities regarding the issuance of passes, while reiterating his respect for the Speaker's democratic authority.
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