PANJIM, April 20 -- Admitting that coal is an issue for the Vasco residents, Panchayat minister Mauvin Godinho said that the people still have confidence in the BJP led government to solve the issue.
"Yes, coal is an issue this election but the people have confidence in us. They know the government has taken strong action by stopping coal handling through Goa State Pollution Control Board," he said.
Asked what his individual stand on the issue is, Godinho, who is the BJP's South Goa campaign chief, said the coal handling can continue provided all care is taken to avoid pollution.
"We want the port activity to continue but at the same time we are concerned about the environment and pollution. I have taken consistent stand that all port ac...