Newly Elected Sarpanch Faces No-Confidence Motion Just Hours After Taking Charge

Meniono Joao Colaco of Davorlim-Dicarpale Panchayat targeted by six members over alleged lack of confidence Barely four hours after being elected as Sarpanch of the Davorlim-Dicarpale Village Panchayat in Navelim, Salcete, Meniono Joao Colaco is already facing a no-confidence motion. Colaco, who had defeated the BJP-backed candidate by seven votes in the morning, saw six Panchayat members submit the formal notice to the Block Development Officer, Margao, citing concerns over his leadership and functioning. The unexpected move has stirred political tensions within the local body.