Matanhy Saldanha | |
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Member of the Goa Legislative Assembly | |
In office 2002–2007 | |
Preceded by | Mauvin Godinho |
Succeeded by | Mauvin Godinho |
Constituency | Cortalim |
In office 2012–2012 | |
Preceded by | Mauvin Godinho |
Succeeded by | Alina Saldanha |
Constituency | Cortalim |
Personal details | |
Born | José Matanhy de Saldanha 24 October 1948 Carmona, Goa, Portuguese India |
Died | 21 March 2012 Campal, Goa, India | (aged 63)
Resting place | St. Thomas Church cemetery, Cansaulim, Goa, India 15°20′57.61″N 73°53′44.54″E / 15.3493361°N 73.8957056°E |
Political party | Bhartiya Janta Party (2012–2012) |
Other political affiliations | United Goans Democratic Party (2002–2007) |
Spouse | Alina Saldanha |
Occupation |
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José Matanhy de Saldanha (Konkani: Juze Matani de Saldanea; 24 October 1948 – 21 March 2012) was an Indian social activist, journalist, former Member of the Goa Legislative Assembly and school teacher, who campaigned for Goan identity, values, and culture. He also served as a Cabinet Minister in the Government of Goa with portfolios of Tourism as well as Science and Environment.[1]