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Goa CM Pramod Sawant Unveils Biography "Tai‑Smruti Sugandh" on First Woman Chief Minister
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🗓 29 Aug 2026, 10:36 AM
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Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant inaugurated the book "Tai‑Smruti Sugandh", a biography of Goa’s first woman chief minister authored by her sister Jyoti Bandekar.
Goa's chief minister, Dr. Pramod Sawant, formally released the book titled "Tai‑Smruti Sugandh". The work is a portrait of the state’s first woman chief minister and has been penned by her sister, Jyoti Bandekar.
The launch ceremony highlighted the historic significance of the subject, marking the first comprehensive biography of the pioneering leader. Sawant underscored the importance of documenting the contributions of women in Goa’s political landscape.
Bandekar, who is closely related to the former chief minister, compiled personal anecdotes and public records to present a nuanced view of her sister’s life and career. The book is expected to add to the scholarly literature on Goa’s governance history.
The event, attended by local dignitaries and media, concluded with a call for greater recognition of women’s roles in public service. "Tai‑Smruti Sugandh" will be made available to the public shortly after the launch.
The launch ceremony highlighted the historic significance of the subject, marking the first comprehensive biography of the pioneering leader. Sawant underscored the importance of documenting the contributions of women in Goa’s political landscape.
Bandekar, who is closely related to the former chief minister, compiled personal anecdotes and public records to present a nuanced view of her sister’s life and career. The book is expected to add to the scholarly literature on Goa’s governance history.
The event, attended by local dignitaries and media, concluded with a call for greater recognition of women’s roles in public service. "Tai‑Smruti Sugandh" will be made available to the public shortly after the launch.