In Goa, a glaring disconnect between people’s concerns and political narrative

Published : Apr 30, 2024 16:12 IST - 6 MINS READ Taxi driver stories during elections are no longer taken seriously. This is cheating.” Asked if that meant he would not vote for the BJP this time, Vishwanath said: “We will have to talk to our community members and act as per the the decision of the community.” Unemployment to the fore According to data from the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy, Goa has the second highest unemployment rate in the country. It is for Khalap and the Congress to seize the opportunity.” South Goa poised for exciting battle In South Goa, the BJP candidate, Pallavi Dhempe, belongs to one of Goa’s richest families, which was once engaged in mining. Her husband, Shrinivas, is also active in Goan social life; he is a supporter of RSS’ many organisations.” The Congress has fielded Navy veteran Captain Viriato Fernandes, a social activist who has been raising environmental issues in Goa for over a decade. The BJP will have to convince voters that Pallavi can truly represent their issues, while Viriato will have to use his limited resources smartly and bring every single supporting voter to the booth.” Environmental issues Apart from unemployment and inflation, Goa also faces environmental challenges.