Goa, Nov. 7 -- The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Goa has sharply criticised the BJP-led state government over the murder of Morjim resident Umakant Khot, alleging that the killing was carried out by land mafias involved in illegal hill cutting at Varchawada, Morjim.

In a strong statement issued on November 6, 2025, AAP accused the government of failing to maintain law and order and protecting those with political connections, allowing illegal land dealings to flourish across the state.

A delegation led by AAP Working President Valmiki Naik submitted a memorandum to the Mandrem Police Station, demanding the immediate arrest of the main conspirators, including the landowner and buyer of the disputed property where the illegal activity was taking ...