On Goa Revolution Day, 188 students from schools across Goa visited the Aguad Port and Jail Complex in Sinquerim. Exploring the Aguad Interactive Museum and walking through historic jail cells, they engaged with the state’s rich history and paid tribute to freedom fighters who were once imprisoned at the site during Goa’s liberation movement.
The Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education has officially launched a new history textbook for Class 9 that highlights the state's rich cultural and historical legacy. At a workshop in Porvorim, Chairman Bhagirath Shetye emphasized the importance of connecting students to Goa’s heritage through educational field visits and experiential learning.
On the occasion of Goa Revolution Day (June 18), all Goans are invited to visit the Aguad Port & Jail Complex in Sinquerim with free entry upon presenting a government ID. Walk through the historic site that stood witness to the resilience and bravery of Goa’s freedom fighters.
On January 16, 1967, Goa held a historic referendum, the Opinion Poll Goa, to determine its future status. The poll saw 54.20% of voters opting against merger with Maharashtra, paving the way for Goa's continued existence as a separate entity.
Celebrate 63rd Goa Liberation Day! Aguada Port & Jail Complex opens its doors to all Goans for FREE on Dec 19, 10 am onwards! Relive Goa's freedom struggle & honor its unsung heroes #GoaLiberationDay #AguadaPort #GoaHistory
