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Indian troops have made significant advances in Goa, with Panjim, the capital city, expected to fall imminently, according to army authorities. Indian forces have already secured all of Goa, except for Panjim, which is now under siege.
Reports indicate that Portuguese troops in the Panjim sector are retreating and show no intention to engage in combat. Meanwhile, the Indian forces have successfully taken full control of Daman and Diu, as confirmed in Ahmedabad.
Maj.-Gen. K. P. Candeth, commander of the 17th Indian Army division leading the advance in Goa, has been appointed as the Military Governor of Goa.
Indian troops have effectively surrounded the Portuguese soldiers in Panjim, leaving them with no escape route by land, sea, or air. The Portuguese frigate Alfanso Albuquerque was sunk after a brief encounter with Indian Naval units. However, Indian Navy rescued some of the frigate’s Portuguese ratings.
Air Vice Marshal E. W. Pinto commanded IAF planes that conducted successful bombing raids on the Panjim airport, rendering it unserviceable. Coordinated efforts between the air raids and the landing of Indian troops near the Marmagao harbour, led by Rear Admiral Soman, were instrumental in gaining control.
Remarkably, the advancing Indian troops have faced minimal resistance throughout their operations. Local Goan troops have surrendered in large numbers, actively cooperating with Indian forces.
The Indian troops’ remarkable progress has seen them cover half the expected distance in just 24 hours, which the official spokesman described as a spectacular achievement.
The people of Goa have welcomed the Indian troops with great enthusiasm, offering food, assistance in locating mines and explosive obstructions set by the Portuguese, and even ferrying troops across rivers and rivulets.
In terms of casualties, Indian troops have reported only one injured soldier, contrary to unofficial sources suggesting eight casualties. On the Portuguese side, casualties are assumed to be minimal, as Portuguese soldiers reportedly fled without offering effective opposition.
Notable towns that have fallen to the Indian forces include Sanquelim, Bicholim, Assanora, Mapuca, and Banastarim.
As the Indian army entered Goa, the enclave’s borders were sealed, and special armed police were deployed to maintain law and order and protect the population from potential disruption. Strict orders, instructing personnel to shoot to kill, were issued to prevent the activities of unruly elements taking advantage of the situation.
Earlier today, the people of Goa were warned of potential attempts by the Portuguese to destroy public institutions, and they were encouraged to support defense personnel in protecting these vital establishments.
In an unfortunate development, reports suggest that civilian and military officials remaining in Panjim have been destroying government records and transferring valuables to Pakistan for subsequent forwarding to Lisbon.
Reliable sources have confirmed that the Portuguese authorities have removed the body of St. Francis Xavier to an undisclosed location.
In another operation, the Indian Army conducted a multi-pronged attack on Diu island, with airstrikes targeting military installations and defensive positions. The heavily guarded Diu fort, among other military objectives, was the primary focus of the air campaign.
Since the coastal area of Diu witnessed the arrival of Indian soldiers, inhabitants have expressed their support and jubilation.
Reliable sources estimate that four Indian and 16 Portuguese soldiers lost their lives in the Daman fighting, with no Indian casualties reported during the Diu operation.
The successful advancements made by Indian forces in Goa demonstrate their strategic prowess and the strong resistance faced by Portuguese troops.
