Goa CM Claims Portuguese Rule Cost State Its Temples

Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said during a press briefing that the Portuguese colonial period resulted in the loss of numerous temples across Goa. He noted that the heritage sites suffered significantly during the rule, unlike many parts of South India where temples remained largely intact. The statement has sparked discussions among historians and local communities about the preservation of Goa's cultural legacy. The CM’s remarks come amid ongoing efforts to revive and protect the state’s historic religious sites.