Vithalapur, Sanquelim lit up with colour, devotion, and festive joy as Tripurari Poornima was celebrated with great pride and enthusiasm. The festival is being held jointly by the Department of Tourism, Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC), Department of Art and Culture, and Department of Information and Publicity, drawing eager participation from local communities as well as travellers from across India and beyond.

The event was graced by the Hon’ble Chief Minister, Dr. Pramod Sawant; Hon’ble Chairman, GTDC, Shri Kedar J. Naik; Hon’ble MLA & Chairman, Goa State Horticultural Corporation Ltd., Dr. Premendra Shet; Hon’ble MLA & Chairman, Goa Infotech Corporation Ltd., Dr. Chandrakant Shetye; Director of Art and Culture, Shri Vivek Naik; Deputy General Manager, GTDC, Shri Deepak Narvekar; Assistant Tourist Officer, Smt. Chitra Vengurlekar; Dy. Collector, Bicholim, Shri Shubham Naik; Chairperson, Sanquelim Municipal Council, Smt. Siddhi Prabhu Porob; and members of the Deepawali Utsav Samiti and Shree Dev Vitthal Panchayatan Mandir Samiti.

The festivities commenced with a sacred procession dedicated to Lord Shrikrishna, creating an atmosphere filled with devotion. A graceful Palkhi procession of Shree Vitthal Rakhumai followed, setting a deeply spiritual tone for the evening. Beautifully choreographed cultural performances showcased Goa’s vibrant traditions, drawing applause from all present.

The traditional Boat Show once again stood out as the main attraction, with exquisitely crafted boats illuminating the waters, honouring Goa’s rich maritime legacy. As the evening progressed, the symbolic ‘Tripurasur Vadh’ presentation captivated audiences, retelling the revered legend associated with this festival. The celebration concluded with the release of ‘Saranga,’ lighting up the night sky in a magnificent display.

On the occasion, the Hon’ble Chief Minister also inaugurated an exhibition set up by the Department of Information and Publicity, highlighting infrastructure development and various facets of Goa, further enriching the experience for visitors.

This year’s Tripurari Poornima once again reaffirmed the festival’s deep cultural significance, inspiring joy among participants. The state looks forward to celebrating this grand festival with continued spirit and greater participation in the coming years