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New Indian Express
30-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Governor Pillai sets example by donating royalty: Kerala Governor Arlekar
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Governor Rajendra Arlekar on Sunday lauded his Goa counterpart P S Sreedharan Pillai for setting a new benchmark in gubernatorial responsibilities by using his personal book royalty earnings to fund social welfare initiatives. At the launch of Annadhan, a free meal project, at the Goa Raj Bhavan, Arlekar said Pillai has initiated a new approach in the functioning of governors, moving away from the administrative style of British India. 'There has been a clear change in the way governors function today. Our Prime Minister has emphasised that governors should serve as public servants. Governor Pillai is one of the finest examples of this shift,' Arlekar said. Implemented in partnership with the NGO Street Providence, Annadhan will provide two meals daily to 100 underprivileged people in Goa. The first phase is being funded with Rs 1.3 lakh from Pillai's royalty earnings. Arlekar said such people-oriented work is often highlighted in governor review meetings at the Rashtrapati Bhavan and has inspired others across states. Pillai, who has authored several books, has pledged all his royalty income to social welfare activities. Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant distributed financial assistance to cancer and kidney patients on behalf of the Raj Bhavan at the function. He praised Pillai as Goa's first truly 'people's governor' and noted that several of his books are now used as reference material in colleges and universities. Pillai said that Arlekar is making sincere efforts in Kerala to uphold Indian values, and that he has had to face strong opposition in doing so.
India Gazette
11-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Goa CM Pramod Sawant holds Janta Darbar in Sankhali
Panaji (Goa) [India], May 11 (ANI): Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Sunday held Janta Darbar at Ravindra Bhavan in Sankhali, and listened to the grievances of the people. Meanwhile, on Saturday, the Goa Raj Bhavan organised a 'Sarva Dharma Sadasu' (All-Religious Gathering) to collectively condemn the 'unethical and unwarranted actions' of Pakistan against India. The event was held at the historic Durbar Hall of Raj Bhavan, Goa. The solemn assembly was convened to express unwavering support for the Indian Armed Forces and the Union Government's steadfast efforts in defending the nation's sovereignty and integrity. The Governor of Goa, PS Sreedharan Pillai, and the Chief Minister of Goa, Dr Pramod Sawant, graced the occasion and addressed the gathering. In his address, the Governor emphasised the importance of unity and the timeless power of truth. 'Dharma is truth, and truth will always prevail. Ultimately, evil will fail,' he stated, urging all citizens to stand united for the nation. Each speaker expressed heartfelt prayers and messages of support for the soldiers and the central leadership working tirelessly to safeguard India. The 'Sarva Dharma Sadasu' served as a significant symbol of national unity and spiritual resilience, showcasing that irrespective of religious background, the people of India stand together in the face of external aggression. On Saturday, India and Pakistan worked out an understanding of the stoppage of firing and military action .India had launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 in reply to the ghastly terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22. The terror attack had killed 26 people. India had struck nine terror sites in Pakistan and PoK. Pakistan sought to up the ante with a series of unprovoked escalations using artillery guns and drones. (ANI)
India Gazette
10-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Goa Raj Bhavan organises 'Sarva Dharma Sadasu' to condemn Pakistan's
Panaji (Goa) [India], May 10 (ANI): The Goa Raj Bhavan on Saturday organised a 'Sarva Dharma Sadasu' (All-Religious Gathering) to collectively condemn the 'unethical and unwarranted actions' of Pakistan against India. The event was held at the historic Durbar Hall of Raj Bhavan, Goa. The solemn assembly was convened to express unwavering support for the Indian Armed Forces and the Union Government's steadfast efforts in defending the nation's sovereignty and integrity. The Governor of Goa, PS Sreedharan Pillai, and the Chief Minister of Goa, Dr Pramod Sawant, graced the occasion and addressed the gathering. In his address, the Governor emphasised the importance of unity and the timeless power of truth. 'Dharma is truth, and truth will always prevail. Ultimately, evil will fail,' he stated, urging all citizens to stand united for the nation. Each speaker expressed heartfelt prayers and messages of support for the soldiers and the central leadership working tirelessly to safeguard India. The 'Sarva Dharma Sadasu' served as a significant symbol of national unity and spiritual resilience, showcasing that irrespective of religious background, the people of India stand together in the face of external aggression. Hours after it agreed to stop all firing and military action on land, in the air and sea, following a call its DGMO made to his Indian counterpart, reports came of Pakistan violating the cessation of hostilities with India's air defence intercepting Pakistani drones amid a blackout in Srinagar. Red streaks were seen and explosions heard as India's air defence intercepted Pakistani drones. Loud explosions were heard in Srinagar. A complete blackout has been enforced in Pathankot and Ferozepur in Punjab and Jaisalmer and Barmer in Rajasthan. India and Pakistan on Saturday worked out an understanding on the stoppage of firing and military action. India had launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 in reply to the ghastly terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22. The terror attack had killed 26 people. India had struck nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Pakistan sought to up the ante with a series of unprovoked escalations using artillery guns and drones. (ANI)
