South Goa MP Captain Viriato Fernandes recently addressed the induction of a former Margao Municipal Council (MMC) chairman and his supporters into the Congress Party. Fernandes highlighted this move as a significant boost for Congress, especially in consolidating the party’s grassroots support in South Goa. He expressed confidence that the new additions would strengthen Congress’s local outreach and help counter the BJP’s influence in the region. Fernandes has consistently advocated for addressing the people’s issues and sees this induction as part of Congress’s efforts to reconnect with local communities through experienced leaders.