GOVERNOR S N PILLLAI Is Different Governors of the state are appointed by Central Govt and is always reserved for the faithful as the final resting grounds from active politics It is well-known they are a link between state and centre and more that often trouble shooters at the bidding of masters The Governor of Goa had expressed his views on expenditure on new Governor's residence as avoidable but to no avail.He is a writer, thinker with 150 publications and is no mean achievement of literary pursuits He is known to visit many a charitable organisations and have voluntary extended aid to many such institutes.Recently the visit to many villages in Salcette is a path breaking decision to interact with citizens and obtain first hand knowledge. Perhaps he is first Governor whom people could meet without formal protocol at their doorsteps due to his personal initiative ..Usually Governors are ensconced in ivory towers and audience was limited mostly to politicians and important Dignitaries with prior appointments These visits have a humanitarian angle and visits are not for personal publicity and aggradisements,in that many were issued cheques of Rs 25000 each for dialysis treatments Now he has invited applications with proper documentation for aid to cancer patients Shredaran the FIRST Governor to interact with common citizens informally but more than that he has extended well meaning financial aid from his discretionary funds.His path breaking initiative is laudable to be praised. We appreciate your concerns for the needy and congratulate you too
Nelson Lopes Chinchinim