Goa witnessed a historic moment as CM Dr. Pramod Sawant made the ceremonial first move in the match between World Champion D. Gukesh and GM Kazybek Nogerbek, in the presence of chess legends Viswanathan Anand, GM Abhijeet Kunte, MLA Praveen Arlekar, and other dignitaries. The event marks a milestone for India in hosting prestigious global chess tournaments.
At the International Purple Fest 2025 in Panjim, Mr. Gabriel Pereira of the MOHAN Foundation led an impactful organ donation awareness campaign. Over 500 flyers were distributed and 30 visitors pledged to become donors. The stall was visited by Goa’s Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant and other dignitaries.
Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant inaugurated “Mann”, a Mental Health Awareness Program for Women, organized by the Goa State Rural Livelihood Mission under the Department of Rural Development in collaboration with Padmani Foundation. The event took place at Ravindra Bhavan, Sankhali, focusing on empowering rural women through awareness and mental well-being support.
At a Seva Pakhwada event organized by the Directorate of Official Language and Government College, Khandola, noted Konkani writer Zilu Gaonkar called on citizens to make use of government language schemes and promote Konkani through daily communication.
On the occasion of Teachers’ Day 2024, the Government of Goa recognized 10 exceptional educators with the CM-Vashishtha Guru Puraskar for their dedication and service to the field of education. Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant extended his appreciation to teachers across the state, urging students to uphold their values and celebrate the spirit of teaching and learning.
