Comunidade prezs trained in governance

Panaji: For the first time, newly elected presidents of comunidades were given training on the roles, responsibilities, and legal provisions under the Code of Comunidade. The administrator of communidade, central zone, Jayesh Mayenkar, administered the oath to the 29 presidents, who then swore in other office bearers.

Mayenkar said the training aims to ensure governance, financial prudence, and discipline in the functioning of comunidades.

“Strengthening the governance of the comunidades by knowledge and training is essential to preserve its integrity and functionality. This initiative marks the beginning of a structured approach to governance, ensuring that our comunidade leaders are well equipped to serve their communities effectively,” said Mayenkar.

Recent comunidade elections were held across the Central Zone’s 60 comunidades, with successful polls in 15 of 32 comunidades in Tiswadi and 14 of 28 comunidades in Ponda. “In the remaining comunidades, elections could not be conducted due to lack of quorum,” said Mayenkar.

Former administrator of comunidade, Pritidas Upasso Gaonkar, conducted training for the comunidade members on legal frameworks and financial management.

“Due to mismanagement, the comunidades suffer, and it is difficult to correct the wrongs or remove the encroachments later. This is why we wanted to provide training,” said Mayenkar.