Oppn Leaders Welcome CEC’s Tiger Reserve Directive, Slam Goa Govt.

PANAJI: Opposition Leader Yuri Alemao and GPCC President Amit Patkar have strongly welcomed the Central Empowered Committee’s (CEC) recommendation—endorsed by the Supreme Court—to notify a Tiger Reserve in Goa within three months.Yuri Alemao termed the Supreme Court’s order a “tight slap” to the Goa Government, insisting that the Tiger Reserve must be implemented immediately. He added that the concerns of residents living in and around the wildlife area must be properly considered during the process.GPCC President Amit Patkar also hailed the CEC directive, alleging that the State Government’s “hypocrisy stands exposed.” He urged the government to take locals into confidence, chalk out a comprehensive plan, and respect the apex court’s order. Patkar further stated that establishing the Tiger Reserve would strengthen Goa’s legal and environmental position in the ongoing Mhadei river diversion issue.The Opposition has called for immediate and transparent action, stating that the Tiger Reserve is both an ecological necessity and a legal obligation.