Goa BJP MLA Jennifer Monserrate passes away after prolonged illness

Goa MLA Jennifer Monserrate, a prominent figure in state politics and a former minister, passed away on Sunday following a prolonged illness. She was 56.

Monserrate, who represented the Taleigao constituency, began her electoral journey in 2012 as a Congress candidate. She later joined the BJP in 2019 along with her husband, Atanasio Monserrate, and other Congress legislators. Following the switch, she served as Minister for IT and Revenue.

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Deeply pained by the sad demise of Smt. Jennifer Monserrate ji, MLA of Taleigao and former Cabinet Minister. As the first woman MLA of Taleigao and a three-term legislator, she served the people of her constituency and Goa with dedication and compassion. My heartfelt condolences to the family, and her countless well-wishers in this hour of grief. May her soul rest in eternal peace.

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant expressed his deep sorrow over her demise, remembering her as the first woman MLA of Taleigao and a dedicated legislator. "She served the people of her constituency and Goa with dedication and compassion," Sawant stated on X, formerly Twitter. The BJP also issued a statement, highlighting her commitment and offering condolences to her family and loved ones.

Monserrate had stepped back from public life in recent months to focus on her health. She is survived by her husband, who is the current revenue minister, and her son, Rohit Monserrate, the mayor of Panjim.

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She served the people of Taleigao with dedication, compassion, and commitment. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. May her soul rest in eternal peace.