PANJIM: The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat, on Thursday, distributed cheques of Rs 25 lakh each, to 29 institutions from the state, at a function organised by the Directorate of Art and Culture in the city. This was part of the one-time Golden Jubilee Grants in the memory of Blessed Mother Teresa Grants.
The various Non Government Organisations which are working for handicaps, old age people, special children, AIDS affected, street children, for empowerment of women, availed the benefit of the scheme.
The objective behind implementing this scheme is to acknowledge the human services rendered by these NGOs. Speaking on the occasion, Mr Kamat launded the work done by the NGOs by rendering selfless and dedicated service to the needy and neglected section of the society, thus helping the government in its endeavour. He further said that the services of NGOs are indispensable.
Director of Art and Culture, Mr Prasad Lolyekar welcomed the guests. Ms Mangala Wagle of Kasturba Matoshri Trust, Panjim, Mr Vishram Gupe of Sangati, Mr Ganesh Pawar, co-opted ZP member, and Mr Valmik Dias of Daddy’s School, Margao, spoke in praise of Mr Kamat and thanked the government for acknowledging their services.
Mr Anand Sherkhane, additional secretary, finance, was also present on the occasion. Mr Pradeep Naik compered the function, while Mr Ashok Parab assistant director of Art and Culture, proposed the vote of thanks.
The NGOs who received the grants are: Snehamandir, Ponda; Lokvishwas Pratishthan, Ponda; ‘Sanjeevan’ Ponda; Matruchhaya Trust, Ponda; Kasturba Gandhi National Memorial Trust, Panjim; Children’s Right in Goa, Panjim; Sangath, Porvorim; Jan Ugahi, Margao; Positive People, Panjim; Sethu Trust, Panjim; Disha Charitable Trust, Panjim; Mother Teresa Sisters’ Panjim; Gujarati Samaj Educational Trust for Handicapped, Margao; St Francis Xavier’s Training Centre for the Handicapped, Old Goa; Daddy’s Home Special School, Margao; Asha Deep Special School, Vasco; ARZ, Vasco; Chetana Charitable Trust, Curchorem; Navajoti Rehabilitation Centre, Thivim; Shanti Avendna Ashram, Loutolim; Nitya Seva Niketan, Rivona; Keshav Seva Sadhana School for special Children, Bicholim; Asto Thivim (Caritas Goa) ; Jyot Society, Margao; Mother Mary Heaven, Calangute; Divine Providence Convent, Cana-Benaulim; Indian Red Cross Society, Panjim; Poor Sisters of Our Lady (Lar Santa Margarita), Diwar and Lar de Sta Terezinha, Margao.
This means He'll donate another 25 lakh forMoti Dongor Relief Fund. His Vote bank. Mulla Digambarulla
ReplyDeleteCowmuth's communal character is on display. Goan's please count the number of Hindu NGO who are the beneficiaries. How much more or worthy cause are they doing compared to the Christian ones. What is the ratio and percentage of work and benefits.
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