Revenue Minister Babush Monserrate has expressed confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will win the St Cruz Assembly seat, while dismissing speculation of differences with the constituency's sitting MLA.
Speaking to the media, Monserrate said the office had remained closed for a long time and was reopened to better serve the people of Tiswadi, where he is the only Cabinet Minister.
"As far as the St Cruz ticket is concerned, the decision will be taken by the party. I am only doing what is in the best interest of the party," he said.
Drawing a parallel with Taleigao, Monserrate said the BJP had never won the constituency before he joined the party, but later emerged victorious there.
"I am confident the BJP will also win the St Cruz seat this time," he said.
Rejecting reports of any political differences, Monserrate added that there is no clash with the St Cruz MLA and reiterated that his focus remains on strengthening the party and serving the people.