Goan Personalities

Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte Joins Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrations at CM Devendra Fadnavis’ Residence


On the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, Goa’s Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte visited the residence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis, joining in the festive celebrations and extending warm wishes.

Entertainment

Indian Actress Sameera Reddy Celebrates Lord Ganesh Utsav at Sardesai Home in Savoi Verem


Bollywood actress Sameera Reddy, along with her husband Akshai Varde, celebrated Lord Ganesh Utsav at the Sardesai residence in Savoi Verem. The vibrant and spiritual gathering honored the arrival of Lord Ganesha’s Mangal-Murti, filling the home with joy and devotion.

EduConnect

Empowering Talent: Students with Disabilities Craft Eco-Friendly Ganesh Idols at Sanjay Centre, Goa


At a Ganesh idol-making workshop organised by Mapusa Kalakirti and Bal Bhavan Panaji, students of the Sanjay Centre for Special Education showcased their talent by crafting eco-friendly idols from shadu clay. Minister Subhash Phaldessai praised their creativity, and new initiatives were announced to further empower persons with disabilities in Goa.

National

Telangana Govt to Provide Free Electricity for Ganesh & Durga Pandals


The Telangana government will provide free electricity to registered Ganesh pandals from August 27 to September 6, 2025, and to Durga pandals from September 29 to October 12, 2025. The facility will be extended only to authorized organizers adhering to TGSPDCL’s safety protocols.

Events in Goa

Goa CM Dr. Pramod Sawant Releases Tarun Bharat’s Ganesh Aarti Book


Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant officially released Tarun Bharat’s Ganesh Aarti book, in the presence of MLAs Shri Kedar Naik, Shri Sankalp Amonkar, former MLA Shri Damu Naik, and Editor Shri Sagar Jawdekar. The release marks the beginning of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in the state.