The Directorate of Official Language, Government of Goa, has announced the recipients of the prestigious Bhasha Puraskar for the years 2022-2025. This award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the promotion and development of Konkani and Marathi languages. The awards will be presented by Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant on 30th May 2025 at Kala Akademy, Panaji.
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Mohini Smriti Puraskar declared to Konkani activist Anthony Vaz
Veteran Konkani theatre artist and activist Anthony Vaz has been named the recipient of the 2024 Mohini Smriti Puraskar, awarded in memory of Mohini Karmali, wife of noted writer and freedom fighter Nagesh Karmali. Recognised for his outstanding work in Konkani theatre, literature, and activism, Vaz has been a passionate advocate for the Konkani language and culture through plays, films, and grassroots movements.
Goa to Celebrate “Festakar Marius Fernandes Day” Annually on May 24Inclusive Purumentachem Fest to Be Held at Goa College of Home Science, Panjim
Goa will officially honour the legacy of Marius Fernandes – affectionately known as Festakar – with the inaugural Festakar Marius Fernandes Day on May 24, 2025. The celebration, part of the Inclusive and Accessible Purumentachem Fest at Goa College of Home Science, Panjim, promises a vibrant showcase of Goan culture, inclusion, and community spirit.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s 3-Day Visit to Goa
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar to embark on a 3-day visit to Goa, engaging with officials, farmers, and scientists, and commissioning statues of Charaka and Sushruta
Kala Chetana Sets World Record with 7 Consecutive Shows of Konkani Play
Goa-based theatre group Kala Chetna creates a world record by staging 7 shows of their popular Konkani play 'Gaon Zala Janto' in a single day
