“Rabb Di Awaaz,” India’s first multi-inclusive and multi-accessible Hindi feature film, will be screened on the opening day of International Purple Fest Goa 2025. Directed by National Award winner Ojaswwee Sharma, the film showcases powerful performances by actors with disabilities and reflects India’s growing recognition of inclusive cinema.
Category: Events in Goa
International Purple Fest Goa 2025 Announced; Accessible Boardwalk Inaugurated at Miramar Beach
Minister Subhash Phal Dessai announced that the International Purple Fest Goa 2025 will take place from October 9 to 12, with an inclusive stage set to welcome attendees. In a major accessibility push, a specially designed boardwalk was inaugurated at Miramar Beach, ensuring seamless beach access for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). The initiative, developed by GTDC, marks a significant step toward inclusive tourism and infrastructure in Goa.
Design Thinking Takes Center Stage at First Fridays’ 17th Edition in Goa
The 17th edition of First Fridays, hosted in Panjim, Goa, brought together creatives, startups, and design professionals for an immersive session on Design Thinking, led by Dr Sneha Bhat of GIM and supported by SITPC and ADI Goa.
Nirbhay Bhav Academy Wins Goa’s Biggest Garbha Dandiya Competition, Heads to Nationals
Nirbhay Bhav Academy of Performing Arts, Porvorim, emerged victorious at Goa’s largest Garbha Dandiya competition, winning ₹1 lakh in cash and a trophy. Organised by Sarvajanik Durga Utsav Samiti, Bazarpeth-Pedne, and sponsored by Hon’ble MLA Shri Pravin Arlekar, the team will now represent Goa at the national-level dance championship in Gwalior on October 4–5.
Curtain Raiser Unveils GOAPEX 2025 – Philatelic Exhibition to Celebrate Goa’s Cultural Heritage
The Department of Posts, Goa Postal Division, launched the logo and Bulletin for GOAPEX 2025, a district-level philatelic exhibition centred on the theme "Goa – Gateway of Culture", to be held in Panaji on November 28–29, 2025.
