Soma Mookherjee
KOLKATA, 29 DEC: With election round the corner, Trinamul Congres national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee left no stone unturned. In the wake of recently concluded hate conclave in Haridwar, Mr Banerjee after offering puja at Rudreshwar temple urged the Goans to maintain peace and brotherhood when divisive forces are trying to create disruption in the country.
The TMC national general secretary began his two-day trip to Goa by paying a visit to the Rudreshwar Temple in Sanquelim today which was followed by a visit to Shri Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math in Canacona.
At the Rudreshwar Temple, Mr Banerjee performed Hindu rituals and offered prayers in the presence of the priest, and thanked the temple committee for the opportunity to offer his obeisance to the Hindu Lord Mahadev. When asked about his religious visit, he said that as a proud Hindu, his visit to the temple was motivated by a spiritual longing to offer prayers for peace, and progress of the citizens of Goa.
Mr Banerjee added that he was visiting the temple as a common citizen, at best a devotee seeking blessings for the prosperity of Goa.
As a fervent devotee of Lord Mahadev, Mr Banerjee spoke of maintaining peace and brotherhood, and warned Goans of ‘divisive forces’ that were desperately trying to tear down the secular fabric of the state by mixing religion with politics.
When asked about TMC’s election campaign within the temple premises, he said that politics and religion should be kept separate. He further remarked, ‘It is our faith that brings us here. I pray that we keep this fraternity, peace and unity that are the rich multi-cultural legacy of Goa intact.
Hours later, Mr Banerjee met and discussed the issues of Goa with Shreemad Vidyadheesh Teerth Shreepad Vader Swamiji at Shri Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math. They both had a detailed discussion on TMC’s flagship scheme called Griha Laxmi and its feasibility in Goa. The discussion also revolved around the future of the youth in Goa and initiatives that can propel prosperity in the state.
After seeking Swamiji’s blessings, Mr Banerjee interacted with women who had come to register themselves for the Griha Laxmi card and promised them that if the Trinamul Congress comes to power, the party would implement this flagship scheme within two months.
He said, “Their excitement over Griha Lakshmi scheme is really heartwarming. Their smiles show that their faith is only on Mamata.”
His overarching message to all Goans was that Trinamul Congress will never go back on the promises.
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