Goa, June 22 -- At a well-attended public meeting hosted by the Priyold Pragati Mancha, former minister Govind Gaude made a candid revelation that left a strong impression on both attendees and the broader political landscape. Speaking openly before a packed audience, Gaude disclosed that he had voluntarily requested his own removal from the state cabinet, a decision he described as rooted in principle rather than politics.

Known for his forthrightness and deep grassroots connect, Gaude explained that he approached the Chief Minister to step down from his ministerial role because he felt it was the right thing to do at the time. His aim, he said, was to prioritize public welfare over personal power.

"I never wanted to hold on to a posit...