Goa, Sept. 23 -- In a pow erful demonstration of public outrage, cit izens from across Goa gathered in Margao on Monday evening for a candlelight protest, condemning the brutal assault on social activ ist Rama Kankonkar. Demonstrators issued a stern warning to the government and po lice that any attempt to shield the master minds or dilute the case would be met with intensified public re sistance, including the possibility of a State wide bandh. The protest drew social organisations, religious leaders, ar tistes, youth groups and political represent atives. Their message was clear - Goans will not remain silent in the face of violence, intimi dation and the growing lawlessness. MLA Venzy Viegas de livered one of the sharp est critiques, a...