MLA Michael Lobo Rebuilds Fire-Hit Family’s Home in 20 Days, Family Gets Rs 1 Lakh Relief Calangute
Calangute: MLA Michael Lobo has ensured the rebuilding of a family’s home that was gutted in a fire 20 days ago, with the house now 70 percent restored and the family receiving Rs 1 lakh from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund. The fire had destroyed the entire household of the family of four, a husband, wife and their two children. The family lost furniture, utensils, beds, sofa sets and even gold ornaments .Acting on the directions of MLA Michael Lobo, the rebuilding work was started the very next day. A contractor was engaged immediately and the local Panchayat extended support. As immediate relief, the family was provided with clothes, toiletries like toothpaste and soap and other daily essentials The repair work taken up under Lobo’s initiative included complete plastering, fresh electrical wiring, a new electric meter, and renovation of the kitchen and bathroom. Tiles and kitchen equipment were also provided.
Speaking at the site, Lobo’s team said the work was taken up on priority because it was a case of human calamity.” Human development is more important. It is not just about footpaths and roads, helping a family in a time of crisis is our real duty. All holy books teach us to help each other,” he said. he thanked the Sarpanch, the Panchayat team and local residents for their support in the rebuilding process.
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