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North Goa sees 30.31% turnout, South Goa records 31.56% till 11 am

May 7, 2024, 12:12 PM - 2 min read

Among those who cast their votes early in the morning included BJP's North Goa sitting MP Shripad Naik, the saffron party's South Goa candidate Pallavi Dempo and Congress nominees Ramakant Khalap and Viriato Fernandes from North Goa and South Goa respectively.

The Governor of Goa, PS Sreedharan Pillai, accompanied by his wife, Advocate Reetha Sreedharan, exercised their voting rights at a polling station in Dona Paula.

Goa Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai and first lady advocate Reetha Sreedharan cast their votes in Dona Paula

May 7, 2024, 11:12 AM - 2 min read

Reflecting on the essence of Indian democracy, Governor Pillai emphasized its global significance, citing India's pivotal role as the "mother of democracy" after the landmark 1977 elections.

On May 7, the Indian state of Goa headed to the polls. With two parliamentary seats - North Goa and South Goa, the state witnessed a split victory in the 2019 general elections, with the BJP and the Congress each securing one seat.

Two seats, one decision: Goa's economic and political clout on display

May 7, 2024, 10:38 AM - 2 min read

Goa stands out as India's wealthiest state, boasting a per capita income of approximately Rs 6.75 lakh (over $8,000), nearly three times higher than the national average. Despite its small size, Goa's significance extends beyond its compact geography and population of 1.5 million spread across 3,702 square kilometers.

Goa votes: BJP-Congress clash as polling begins for Lok Sabha seats

May 7, 2024, 09:22 AM - 2 min read

The contest in North Goa has BJP MP Shripad Naik taking on Congress' Ramakant Khalap. In South Goa, the BJP has fielded entrepreneur Pallavi Dempo against Navy-veteran-turned-politician Viriato Fernandes of the Congress.