Panaji (Goa) Although the formal announcement about Congress candidate for Panaji by election is yet to come through, the party has almost finalized the name of Girish Chodankar to contest against BJP’s Manohar Parrikar.
Chodankar who was active in state politics was elevated to the post of Secretary All India Congress Committee only to return back during the eve of 2017 assembly polls.
He has been considered as one of the prominent leader and important figure behind the success of the party during assembly election. He is known for his organizational skill and has worked in National Students Union of India (NSUI).
Congress party which initially tried Babush Monserratte and then Ashok Naik has finally decided to field Chodankar.