On 22nd June 2025, over 120 meritorious students from Porvorim were felicitated by Porvorim Rising during a special ceremony held at the Socorro Panchayat Hall. The event, which coincided with International Yoga Day, saw Shri Rohan Ashok Khaunte, Hon'ble Minister for Tourism & MLA of Porvorim, grace the occasion as the Chief Guest. Students from Socorro, Salvador do Mundo, and Penha de Franca Panchayats who scored above 75% in the Goa Board Class 10 and 12 examinations were honored with certificates, mementoes, and words of encouragement.
