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Goa MLA flags Rs 170 cheese‑garlic naan controversy, police officer under probe
✍️ indianexpress.com
🗓 03 Sep 2026, 11:36 AM
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A discussion on a Rs 170 cheese‑garlic naan in the Goa Assembly has led to a police officer being questioned for alleged misconduct.
During a recent session of the Goa Legislative Assembly, a member raised concerns over the price of a cheese‑garlic naan sold for Rs 170 at a local eatery. The MLA alleged that the high cost reflected broader issues of price inflation affecting everyday consumers.
Following the remarks, the Assembly’s Home Department ordered an inquiry into a police officer who had been cited for allegedly accepting a bribe linked to the same vendor. The officer, whose name has not been disclosed, is now facing disciplinary action pending the investigation’s outcome.
The incident underscores growing public sensitivity to food‑price hikes and the scrutiny of law‑enforcement officials in matters that touch on everyday livelihoods. Officials said the probe will be completed within a fortnight and appropriate measures will be taken based on the findings.
Following the remarks, the Assembly’s Home Department ordered an inquiry into a police officer who had been cited for allegedly accepting a bribe linked to the same vendor. The officer, whose name has not been disclosed, is now facing disciplinary action pending the investigation’s outcome.
The incident underscores growing public sensitivity to food‑price hikes and the scrutiny of law‑enforcement officials in matters that touch on everyday livelihoods. Officials said the probe will be completed within a fortnight and appropriate measures will be taken based on the findings.