Definitely, among the 12 of us (BJP MLAs) should lead the state, it is but obvious: BJP MLA Glenn Ticlo
Manohar Parrikar's mortal remains are now being moved to the Kala Academy in Panaji.
Reports suggest that BJP has not been able to reach consensus with its coalition partners in Goa as to who will become the state’s next chief minister.
MGP and GFP are of the opinion that a suspended Assembly would be an alternative in case the deadlock continues, a report by News18 suggests.
Reports suggest that Speaker of the Goa Legislative Assembly, Pramod Sawant is the front runner to become the state's next chief minister.
Union Minister and senior BJP leader Nitin Gadkari is at the BJP head office in Panaji where Parrikar's mortal remains have been taken. Gadkari reached Goa late last night.
Here’s what will happen:
> Mortal remains to be taken to Kala Academy soon
> Mortal remains to lie in state for public homage
> 4.00 pm: Funeral procession to begin for Miramar, Goa
> 5.00 pm: Last rites to be held at Miramar, Goa
Manohar Parrikar's mortal remains are being taken to the BJP head office at Panaji.
Update: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP National President Amit Shah will be attending Parrikar’s funeral in Goa today.
No consensus yet on next Goa CM: BJP MLA
The BJP-led alliance in Goa did not reach a consensus over the next chief minister earlier today, a move necessitated by Parrikar’ demise.
Union minister and senior BJP leader Nitin Gadkari, who arrived here in the early hours of the day, could not secure a consensus between the saffron party and its alliance partners in the state, party MLA Michael Lobo said.
While Gadkari was not available for comments, BJP MLA Lobo said Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party (MGP) MLA Sudin Dhavalikar wanted to be the chief minister due to which the discussions came to a halt. (PTI)
Here’s what will happen today:
> 9.30 am to 10.30 am: Mortal remains to be kept at the BJP head office in Panaji, Goa
> 10.30 am: Mortal remains to be taken to Kala Academy
> 10.30 am to 4.00 pm: Mortal remains to lie in state for public homage
> 4.00 pm: Funeral procession to begin for Miramar, Goa
> 5.00 pm: Last rites to be held at Miramar, Goa
Manohar Parrikar will be accorded a state funeral today in Goa. Before that, his mortal remains will lie in state for people to pay homage.
Nitin Gadkari arrives in Panaji for BJP legislature meet
Union minister Nitin Gadkari arrived in Goa earlier today to decide on the leadership issue in the state following the demise of Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar.
Manohar Parrikar will be accorded a state funeral. The funeral is expected to happen tomorrow in Goa. The details are yet to be ascertained.
The Centre has announced national mourning on March 18 (tomorrow). Parrikar will be accorded a State funeral. The national flag will fly at half-mast in the National Capital and capitals of states and Union Territories.
PM Modi has said that “India will be eternally grateful” to Parrikar for his tenure as the Defence Minister.
“When he was RM (Raksha Mantri), India witnessed a series of decisions that enhanced India’s security capacities, boosted indigenous defence production and bettered the lives of ex-servicemen,” PM Modi said on Twitter.
Describing Parrikar as the “builder of modern Goa”, PM Modi has said that “Thanks to his affable personality and accessible nature, he remained the preferred leader of the state for years. His pro-people policies ensured Goa scales remarkable heights of progress.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has tweeted: “Shri Manohar Parrikar was an unparalleled leader. A true patriot and exceptional administrator, he was admired by all. His impeccable service to the nation will be remembered by generations. Deeply saddened by his demise. Condolences to his family and supporters. Om Shanti.”
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said, "Deeply saddened by the demise of Shri Manohar Parrikar ji, Chief Minister of Goa. My heartfelt condolences to his family members..May his soul rest in peace.”
The Congress on its official Twitter handle said, “We condole the passing of former Union Minister & Chief Minister @manoharparrikar. We hope that his family finds strength in their moment of grief".
Definitely, among the 12 of us (BJP MLAs) should lead the state, it is but obvious: BJP MLA Glenn Ticlo
Manohar Parrikar's mortal remains are now being moved to the Kala Academy in Panaji.
Reports suggest that BJP has not been able to reach consensus with its coalition partners in Goa as to who will become the state’s next chief minister.
MGP and GFP are of the opinion that a suspended Assembly would be an alternative in case the deadlock continues, a report by News18 suggests.
Reports suggest that Speaker of the Goa Legislative Assembly, Pramod Sawant is the front runner to become the state's next chief minister.
Union Minister and senior BJP leader Nitin Gadkari is at the BJP head office in Panaji where Parrikar's mortal remains have been taken. Gadkari reached Goa late last night.
Here’s what will happen:
> Mortal remains to be taken to Kala Academy soon
> Mortal remains to lie in state for public homage
> 4.00 pm: Funeral procession to begin for Miramar, Goa
> 5.00 pm: Last rites to be held at Miramar, Goa
Manohar Parrikar's mortal remains are being taken to the BJP head office at Panaji.
Update: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP National President Amit Shah will be attending Parrikar’s funeral in Goa today.
No consensus yet on next Goa CM: BJP MLA
The BJP-led alliance in Goa did not reach a consensus over the next chief minister earlier today, a move necessitated by Parrikar’ demise.
Union minister and senior BJP leader Nitin Gadkari, who arrived here in the early hours of the day, could not secure a consensus between the saffron party and its alliance partners in the state, party MLA Michael Lobo said.
While Gadkari was not available for comments, BJP MLA Lobo said Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party (MGP) MLA Sudin Dhavalikar wanted to be the chief minister due to which the discussions came to a halt. (PTI)
Here’s what will happen today:
> 9.30 am to 10.30 am: Mortal remains to be kept at the BJP head office in Panaji, Goa
> 10.30 am: Mortal remains to be taken to Kala Academy
> 10.30 am to 4.00 pm: Mortal remains to lie in state for public homage
> 4.00 pm: Funeral procession to begin for Miramar, Goa
> 5.00 pm: Last rites to be held at Miramar, Goa
Manohar Parrikar will be accorded a state funeral today in Goa. Before that, his mortal remains will lie in state for people to pay homage.
Nitin Gadkari arrives in Panaji for BJP legislature meet
Union minister Nitin Gadkari arrived in Goa earlier today to decide on the leadership issue in the state following the demise of Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar.
Manohar Parrikar will be accorded a state funeral. The funeral is expected to happen tomorrow in Goa. The details are yet to be ascertained.
The Centre has announced national mourning on March 18 (tomorrow). Parrikar will be accorded a State funeral. The national flag will fly at half-mast in the National Capital and capitals of states and Union Territories.
PM Modi has said that “India will be eternally grateful” to Parrikar for his tenure as the Defence Minister. “When he was RM (Raksha Mantri), India witnessed a series of decisions that enhanced India’s security capacities, boosted indigenous defence production and bettered the lives of ex-servicemen,” PM Modi said on Twitter.
Describing Parrikar as the “builder of modern Goa”, PM Modi has said that “Thanks to his affable personality and accessible nature, he remained the preferred leader of the state for years. His pro-people policies ensured Goa scales remarkable heights of progress.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has tweeted: “Shri Manohar Parrikar was an unparalleled leader. A true patriot and exceptional administrator, he was admired by all. His impeccable service to the nation will be remembered by generations. Deeply saddened by his demise. Condolences to his family and supporters. Om Shanti.”
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said, "Deeply saddened by the demise of Shri Manohar Parrikar ji, Chief Minister of Goa. My heartfelt condolences to his family members..May his soul rest in peace.”
The Congress on its official Twitter handle said, “We condole the passing of former Union Minister & Chief Minister @manoharparrikar. We hope that his family finds strength in their moment of grief".