Portugal connection haunts days after LS voting in Goa
The Free Press Journal|May 23, 2024
ALLEGATIONS OF GOANS WITH PORTUGUESE NATIONALITY’ VOTING; CEO ASSURES TO ACT IF COMPLAINTS RECEIVED

Voting for the Lok Sabha elections in Goa concluded on May 7, but concerns have now surfaced about Goans who have registered their births in Portugal and possess either the Cartão de Cidadão or a Portuguese passport. Apprehensions are that some might have participated in the voting process despite the existing Indian law criminalising such voting.

Although there are no official complaints filed with the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, the office has expressed its readiness to initiate an inquiry based on any complaints it might receive.

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