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Old Goa Residents Demand Government Rename 'Haat Katro Khambo' Within 15 Days
✍️ timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 03:16 AM
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Residents of Old Goa have issued a 15‑day ultimatum to authorities to change the name of the locality known as 'Haat Katro Khambo'.
Old Goa residents have formally asked the state government to rename the area popularly called 'Haat Katro Khambo'. The community set a clear deadline, giving officials fifteen days to decide on a new name. Local leaders said the demand reflects a collective desire to address concerns about the existing name. The request has been communicated to the relevant administrative offices, which are now expected to respond within the stipulated period. No further details on the proposed replacement name have been disclosed.
The residents' move underscores the importance they attach to place‑names in preserving cultural identity. While the government has not yet issued a statement, officials are likely to review the petition in line with standard procedures for renaming public spaces. Any decision will be communicated to the community after due deliberation.
If the deadline passes without a resolution, the residents have indicated they may pursue additional steps to ensure the name change is implemented. The situation remains under close watch by local media and civic groups.
The residents' move underscores the importance they attach to place‑names in preserving cultural identity. While the government has not yet issued a statement, officials are likely to review the petition in line with standard procedures for renaming public spaces. Any decision will be communicated to the community after due deliberation.
If the deadline passes without a resolution, the residents have indicated they may pursue additional steps to ensure the name change is implemented. The situation remains under close watch by local media and civic groups.