Freedom fighters allege govt refused to let them be part of revolution day

जाणट्या स्वातंत्र्यसैनिकां कडेन सरकाराची लागणूक ना? : लोहिया मैदानावयल्यान स्वातंत्र्य सैनिका

18 Jun 2020 05:37 PM

Veteran freedom fighters have expressed then ire at the government for refusing to allow them be part of revolution day at Lohia Maidan. They have also expressed anger as the files of renovation of Lohia Maidan are rotting.



The opposition meanwhile took it as an opportunity to slam government demanding another revolution.


18 June is celebrated as Goa revolution day to commemorate freedom fighters who were part of Goa's liberation struggle. Many veteran gather on Lohia Maidan to celebrate this day.


However, they were told not attend the ceremony citing coronavirus.


Opposition too slammed government for sidelining freedom fighters who gave their blood to keeping democracy in mind to liberate Goa.


Goa Forward chief Vijai Sardessai asked if such things are happening than what is difference between our politicians and Salazar.


The demand of beautification and renovation of Lohia Maidan has not yet been fulfilled.


Revolution Day Committee president Avinash Shirodkar reminded government about it.


Reporter: Sandeep Tuenkar | Desk: Jawahar Barve



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