On June 18, Rohidas Dessai, President of the Goa Freedom Fighters Association, paid tribute to his fellow freedom fighters at the historic Aguad Port & Jail Complex. Family members also visited the site, reconnecting with their legacy through the Aguad Interactive Museum and memorial displays.
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Over 180 School Students Visit Aguad Port and Jail Complex, Sinquerim on Goa Revolution Day
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.
Launch of New History Textbook for Class 9
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.
No Entry Fee for Goans at Aguad Port and Jail Complex on Goa Revolution Day
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.
The Historic Opinion Poll Goa: A Defining Moment in the State’s History
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.
