Vithalapur, Sanquelim came alive with devotion, music, and cultural brilliance as Tripurari Poornima 2025 showcased Goa’s heritage through art, tradition, and community participation. The festival featured the iconic Boat Show, spiritual processions, and captivating performances, celebrating the state’s vibrant cultural identity.
Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant, speaking at Margao’s Dindi Festival, called upon the state’s youth to embrace the values of Sant Muktabai. He highlighted the strong devotion of Goans toward Lord Vittal of Pandharpur and assured that the government would extend all necessary support to the festival.
The grand festival of devotion and spirituality — Magh Mela 2026 — will commence at the sacred Sangam in Prayagraj on January 3, continuing for 44 days until February 15. Millions of devotees from across India will gather to take holy dips at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers during six major bathing festivals, including Paush Purnima, Makar Sankranti, Mauni Amavasya, Basant Panchami, Maghi Purnima, and Maha Shivratri.
The annual feast of Our Lady of Good Health, also known as Our Lady of Vailankanni, was celebrated with great pomp and splendor, drawing thousands of devotees from across India and beyond.
Cumbarjua MLA and Goa Rehabilitation Board Chairman Rajesh Faldessai honoured his vow by offering a gold crown and necklace to Devi Shree Shantadurga Khubharjuvekarin during the Sangodd Utsav, expressing gratitude for divine protection during last year's canoe accident.
