****TNNEdited to 151 words.Bicholim: Chief minister Pramod Sawant urged Velguem residents to apply for the ‘Mhajhe Ghar’ scheme, calling it a major initiative that helps families secure legal ownership of their homes.Speaking at a village gathering on Sunday, Sawant asked potential beneficiaries to understand the scheme’s provisions, verify the necessary documents and submit applications promptly, adding that the deadline has been extended by a year. He directed officials to provide clear guidance, especially in rural areas, to prevent misinformation.Sawant said the scheme will end uncertainty over property rights, provide legal security, and reduce family disputes, sibling disagreements and domestic conflict.Govt and panchayat staff will be available at the Velguem panchayat office from Monday to Wednesday for document verification and processing. Deputy collector Shubham Naik briefed citizens on the scheme’s rules. Sarpanch Yogita Haldankar, ZP member Gopal Surlikar and attorney Avdhut Dhond were also part of the awareness drive.
