The Department of Art & Culture, Government of Goa, will be organising the much-awaited Lokotsav Festival 2026 from January 20 to January 29, 2026, at the Kala Academy Complex, Panaji. The festival is expected to draw large crowds, offering a vibrant celebration of India’s rich cultural heritage.
Lokotsav 2026 will feature a wide range of cultural programmes, live performances, and a grand Handicrafts and Craft Bazaar, showcasing traditional art forms and craftsmanship from across the country. A special pavilion highlighting the national theme “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” will be set up at the Kala Academy premises, along with a curated exhibition at the Art Gallery.
Adding an interactive dimension to the festival, the department will also organise craft-making workshops for the general public and art enthusiasts, offering hands-on exposure to traditional skills and creative practices.
In preparation for the event, the Directorate of Art & Culture, Sanskruti Bhavan, Panaji, has invited applications from college students, local NGOs engaged in social work, and youth aged between 20 and 35 years from Panaji and nearby areas to serve as Volunteers for the festival.
Selected volunteers will be required to serve for 11 days, from January 19 to January 29, 2026, during the evening hours of 3.00 pm to 10.30 pm. A stipend will be paid to all volunteers for their services.
Interested applicants must submit their applications on plain paper, along with Aadhaar card details, to the Office of the Directorate of Art & Culture, Sanskruti Bhavan, Patto, Panaji, Goa, on or before January 14, 2026, during office hours. Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Lokotsav Festival 2026 promises to be a grand celebration of art, culture, and community participation—offering volunteers a unique opportunity to be part of one of Goa’s most prominent cultural events.
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