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Time of India

Transparency concerns over closure of Margao's Ravindra Bhavan

Margao: The closure of the Pai Tiatrist auditorium of Ravindra Bhavan, Margao, until June 15 for roof repair works has raised questions about transparency in govt expenditure, following revelations about conflicting information regarding previous roof repair work. Former Entertainment Society of Goa (ESG) governing body member, Vishal Cacode, pointed to a July 24, 2024 legislative assembly reply stating that roof repair work was already completed at an expenditure of Rs 40 lakh. This has prompted questions about why additional repairs are now necessary. However, chairperson of Ravindra Bhavan, Margao, Rajendra Talak , sought to clarify the situation, categorically denying that any roof repairs were undertaken during his two-year tenure. 'The allegations that the roof repairs were already done are baseless,' Talak said. He explained that the roof was leaking when he assumed charge and that govt procedures take time to implement. Talak said that the PWD maintains the property and conducts repairs only after holding an inspection. 'The work got delayed because of the early onset of the rains,' he said, adding that progress reviews are conducted every two days to expedite completion. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo The chairperson assured that tiatrists and other event organisers have been taken into confidence and will be given priority once the venue reopens. Following the current roof repairs, Ravindra Bhavan, Margao, will close again for two months for renovations ahead of the International Film Festival of India (Iffi). Addressing concerns raised by the theatre artistes' community, Talak maintained that no structural modifications would be carried out, and that the auditorium's acoustics or layout would, therefore, not be affected in any way.