DABOLIM: Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant inaugurated several major infrastructure projects worth crores in the Dabolim constituency during the birthday celebrations of Panchayat, Industries and Transport Minister and Dabolim MLA Mauvin Godinho.
Through a digital inauguration, the Chief Minister launched around eight key projects, including Phase III of Joggers Park, Chicalim Street Food Court, beautification works at Chicalim and Vaddem beaches, renovation of Panchayat facilities, a futsal ground at New Vaddem, flyover beautification works, the Bogmalo Church retaining wall project, and major road infrastructure proposals.
The projects also included the proposed four-lane flyover from MES College Junction to Bogmalo Junction on NH-566, along with a four-lane vehicular underpass at Queeny Nagar Junction.
Addressing the gathering, Dr Sawant praised Mauvin Godinho’s contribution to Goa’s development and described him as an experienced leader who has played an important role in shaping both the Cortalim and Dabolim constituencies.
The Chief Minister highlighted Godinho’s work as Transport, Industries and Panchayat Minister, stating that various reforms and development initiatives were undertaken during his tenure.
Dr Sawant said the projects inaugurated were planned with a long-term vision to improve infrastructure and cater to future generations.
Mauvin Godinho thanked the people of Dabolim, party workers and supporters for their continued support. He said his political journey and achievements were possible because of the trust placed in him by the people.
Speaking about a major infrastructure project, Godinho said the ₹650-crore elevated flyover project aimed at reducing heavy traffic movement from the Mormugao Port is expected to make significant progress, with the Dabolim stretch targeted for completion by the end of October.
The event held at the Parade Ground near Joggers Park witnessed the presence of ministers, MLAs, former legislators, industrialists and supporters, along with cultural programmes celebrating the occasion.
