BJP cruising along in Goa; Cong hopes dashed, debutants AAP, TMC fail to impress

The Bharatiya Janata Party is all set to retain power in the coastal state of Goa. BJP have the numbers, regional party MGP & 3 independents have voiced their support - 20 is the halfway mark. 2 parties - TMC & AAP debuted in Goa this time, but failed to make a mark despite aggressive campaigning. Braving anti-incumbency, the BJP is all set to score a hattrick in Goa.