Panaji

Rohit Monserrate, Mayor of the Corporation of the City of Panaji, has categorically rejected allegations surrounding a purported casino proposal in Panaji. Responding to criticism from select quarters, he clarified that no formal proposal exists and emphasized that the municipal corporation does not possess authority to issue casino licences. Labeling the accusations as politically motivated and defamatory, the Mayor stated that he had officially communicated the cancellation of a related meeting to relevant authorities.

Panaji Mayor Rohit Monserrate has clarified that the Corporation of the City of Panaji (CCP) lacks the legal authority to regulate or prohibit offshore casino vessels operating in the Mandovi River, despite mounting public opposition to a proposed new entrant. While stating that he is personally not in favour of casinos, the mayor emphasized that jurisdiction over licensing and river-based operations does not rest with the municipal body. Residents had urged the corporation to adopt a resolution opposing the docking of another casino vessel.