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Museum of Goa to Host Landmark Exhibition on Tibetan Exile and Cultural Survival

Tanisha Cardozo

The Museum of Goa (MOG) is set to open a landmark exhibition titled Refuge, Resilience, and Rights: The Tibetan Story, bringing to Goa a deeply moving exploration of exile, identity and cultural survival. The eight-day exhibition will run from March 1 to March 8, 2026, at the museum’s Pilerne campus.

Co-curated with the Tibet Museum, the exhibition forms part of The Infinite Ripple – 90 Years of Compassion, a larger commemorative programme reflecting on compassion, memory and shared humanity.

Through historical objects, archival photographs, personal testimonies and community narratives, the exhibition traces the journey of Tibetans from their displacement in the mid-20th century to the lived realities of Tibetan communities in India and across the world today. It examines how culture can be preserved without territory — sustained through lived practice, education, institutions and collective memory.

Sharada Kerkar, Director of the Museum of Goa, said the exhibition was chosen to foreground exile as a deeply human experience. She noted that Tibet’s story raises universal questions about identity, belonging and the preservation of culture across generations, especially when communities are separated from their homeland.

The exhibition is supported by the Foundation for Universal Responsibility of His Holiness The Dalai Lama and the Vimson Shivanand Salgaocar Group. It also anchors a wider programme of public engagement, including talks, film screenings and cultural events aimed at fostering deeper understanding.

The opening on March 1 will feature a talk by Professor Varun Sahni titled Compassion in a Complex and Often Cruel World, followed by the launch of the book Voice for the Voiceless and a guided walkthrough of the exhibition. Daily walkthroughs will continue from March 3 to 7, offering visitors detailed insights into the narratives and materials on display.

The exhibition will conclude on March 8 with talks by Karma Thupten and photographer Kishore Thukral, along with a traditional Blackhat Dance performance by monks from the Drepung Loseling Monastery — a powerful cultural expression rooted in Tibetan spiritual heritage.

By hosting Refuge, Resilience, and Rights: The Tibetan Story, the Museum of Goa reinforces its commitment to presenting global histories through a human lens — creating space for dialogue, empathy and reflection within the cultural landscape of Goa.

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“Different Strokes” Art Exhibition Brings Hope Through Creativity with Tr. Dylan Fernandes at Sanskruti Bhavan

Tanisha Cardozo

The “Different Strokes” Art Exhibition at Sanskruti Bhavan, Central Library, Patto, Panjim, has brought together a vibrant collection of over a hundred artworks created by twenty-five talented artists from Goa. This inspiring exhibition, which is open to the public until Sunday, 23rd November 2025, carries a powerful purpose—every artwork showcased contributes to a larger mission of hope, compassion, and transformation. Organized by artist and curator Mrs. Rubina Dsouza in collaboration with Don Bosco’s Charities, the exhibition was inaugurated by Arch. Neville Monteiro, President of ‘Assistencia’. It serves as a meaningful platform where art meets philanthropy, allowing visitors to experience creativity while supporting a significant social cause.

Among the many artists featured, the works of Teacher Dylan Fernandes from Holy Cross High School, Siolim, daughter of Domingos and Benediana Fernandes, stand out as a heartfelt offering as part of her Pilgrimage of Hope during the Jubilee Year. This initiative gave her, along with many other artists, an opportunity to lend their artistic talent to make a difference in the lives of those in need. The exhibition features both established names and emerging creators, all united in their desire to bring hope to the marginalized.

Don Bosco Konkan Development Society, a branch of the Salesians of Don Bosco, has long been committed to improving the lives of children, youth, women, and socially disadvantaged communities. Their mission—“Transforming Lives for a Better Tomorrow”—is reflected through their numerous programmes focusing on education, skill development, women’s empowerment, child care, and community welfare. With the entire proceeds from the sale of artworks dedicated to supporting these outreach initiatives, “Different Strokes” stands as a true example of art being used as a force for good. The exhibition not only celebrates creativity but also amplifies the collective responsibility of society to uplift its vulnerable sections. It is an event that touches the heart, inspires action, and proves that art, when shared generously, can indeed transform lives.