Goa CM Pramod Sawant Launches New Book and Fish Kiosks
On August 21, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant launched the book Govyatil Dharmantar: Katha Ani Vyatha written by Ranga Hariji and translated by Sunetra Jog. The event took place in Panaji and was attended by Sanghchalak Rajendra Bhobe, Ramesh Pai, author Shefali Vaidya, and others. The CM congratulated Bharatiya Vichar Sadhana Pune and Rashtriya Swadharma Sanskar Mandal for the book, stating it would shed light on the oppressive rule of colonizers. He reiterated the Goa Government’s commitment to supporting this cause.
Earlier, CM Sawant attended the Narali Pournima celebrations and launched the Matsya Vahini Matsya Ahar Fish Kiosks under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana. The event, organized by the Department of Fisheries, was attended by Fisheries Minister Nilkanth Halarnkar, Fisheries Secretary E Vallavan, and others. The Chief Minister announced the distribution of 10 environment-friendly e-rickshaws to improve fish transportation and the sanctioning of 25 unique retail fish outlets, aiming to create employment opportunities for Goan youth.
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Goa CM -: Goa CM stands for Goa Chief Minister. The Chief Minister is the head of the government in the Indian state of Goa.
Pramod Sawant -: Pramod Sawant is the current Chief Minister of Goa. He is a politician who leads the state government.
Panaji -: Panaji is the capital city of the Indian state of Goa. It is where many important events and government activities take place.
Narali Pournima -: Narali Pournima is a traditional festival celebrated in Maharashtra and Goa. It marks the end of the monsoon season and is dedicated to the sea god.
Matsya Vahini Matsya Ahar -: Matsya Vahini Matsya Ahar is a name given to the new fish kiosks launched in Goa. ‘Matsya’ means fish in Sanskrit.
Fish Kiosks -: Fish kiosks are small shops or stalls where fish is sold. They are set up to make it easier for people to buy fresh fish.
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana -: Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana is a government scheme in India aimed at improving fish production and creating jobs in the fishing industry.
e-rickshaws -: E-rickshaws are electric rickshaws. They are a type of vehicle that runs on electricity and is used for transportation.
retail fish outlets -: Retail fish outlets are shops where fish is sold directly to customers. They help people buy fish easily and provide jobs.
Goan youth -: Goan youth refers to young people living in Goa. The new fish kiosks and retail outlets aim to create job opportunities for them.
