Goa, July 4 -- Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant met Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav in New Delhi on Thursday to discuss key environmental and forest-related matters affecting the state. Speaker of the Goa Legislative Assembly, Ramesh Tawadkar, was also present during the meeting.

As per the Chief Minister's Office, Dr. Sawant raised important issues such as the need for timely environmental clearances, improved forest management, and the resolution of challenges that impact both ecological balance and developmental projects in Goa. He thanked the Union Minister for his prompt response to the state's concerns, highlighting the value of strong Centre-state coordination in addressing environmental issues.

Dr. Sawant emphasis...