Girish Chodankar Appoints Seven New Block Congress Presidents

New appointments across Valpoi, Sankhali, Mapusa, St. Cruz, Curchorem, Cuncolim and Fatorda

Goa Khabar: The Goa Pradesh Congress Committee (GPCC), under the leadership of its President Shri Girish Chodankar, has appointed seven new Block Congress Presidents as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen the party’s organisational structure and intensify its grassroots presence across Goa.

As per the order issued by GPCC President Girish Chodankar on October 8, 2026, the following appointments have been made:

1. Shri Harichandra Mankar – Valpoi

2. Shri Suryakant P. Gawade – Sankhali

3. Shri Anand Baidkar – Mapusa

4. Shri Edwin Benny Vaz – St. Cruz

5. Shri Sanjay Narayan Desai – Curchorem

6. Shri Savio Gomes – Cuncolim

7. Shri Yogesh Nagvekar – Fatorda

The appointments reflect the Congress party’s commitment to building a strong, active and people-oriented organisation at the block level. The newly appointed presidents will play a crucial role in strengthening coordination among party workers, expanding public outreach, addressing local issues and mobilising people around matters affecting Goa and Goans.

The GPCC is focused on empowering grassroots leadership, strengthening the party’s presence in every constituency and preparing the organisation to effectively take up the concerns of the people. These appointments are part of the larger effort to revitalise the Congress organisation and build a united and determined team committed to protecting Goa’s identity, democratic values and the interests of its people.

The GPCC congratulates all the newly appointed Block Congress Presidents and wishes them success in their responsibilities. The party expects them to work with dedication, unity and commitment to strengthen the Congress at the grassroots and serve the people of Goa.