At the Foundation Day of the Akhil Bharatiya Konkani Parishad held in Pune, prominent voices from the Konkani community came together to advocate unity beyond politics, caste, and creed—urging for the progress of the Konkani language and culture across India.
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Goan Women Break Barriers: Samiksha Velip and Gauri Mavlinkar Appointed Konkani Interpreters in Lok Sabha
In a historic achievement for Goa, Samiksha Velip from Canacona and Gauri Mavlinkar from Mapusa have been appointed as Konkani interpreters in the Lok Sabha. Their selection marks a proud milestone for the promotion of the Konkani language at the national level.
Noted Konkani Writer Nayana Adarkar Wins Sahitya Akademi Bal Sahitya Puraskar 2025
Nayana Adarkar has been awarded the Sahitya Akademi Bal Sahitya Puraskar 2025 for her Konkani children’s story collection Belabaicho Shankar Aani Haer Kanyo. The prestigious award recognizes outstanding contributions to Indian literature for young readers.
Directorate of Official Language declares ‘Bhasha Puraskar’
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.
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.
