Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Goa BJP, Congress Spar Over Land Grab Accusations
The government of Goa is arguing about a new law concerning abandoned land.
The ruling party, BJP, says the law is meant to protect land from being taken illegally.
A Congress member, Alvares Ferreira, made a video saying the law is actually a way for the government to grab land.
The government responded that Ferreira's claims are false, saying the law follows the constitution.
The Chief Minister defended the government's actions, highlighting their work against land grabbers.
The argument is happening in Goa's assembly.
BJP in Goa criticizes a Congress MLA's video about the Goa Escheats Bill.
The video alleged 'official land grab' by the state government.
Revenue Minister Monserratte said the Bill protects vacant lands from illegal activities.
Congress MLA Ferreira stated his video was based on facts, calling the Bill misleading.
Chief Minister Sawant defended the government, highlighting actions against land grabbers.
- Who
- Ruling BJP and Congress MLA Alvares Ferreira
- What
- A dispute over the Goa Escheats, Forfeiture and Bona Vacantia Bill 2024.
- When
- The dispute occurred in the Goa assembly on Thursday.
- Where
- Goa assembly
- Why
- Disagreement on the implications of the Goa Escheats Bill.
Congress' View
BJP's View
Purpose of the Bill
Congress' View
The Bill is 'misleading' and a form of 'official land grab.'
BJP's View
The bill seeks to protect lands of Goans.
- Bill Name
- Goa Escheats, Forfeiture and Bona Vacantia Bill 2024
- Accusation
- Official Land Grab
- Government Stance
- Protecting vacant lands
- MLA's claim
- Bill is misleading
- Cases filed by SIT
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