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Goa Statehood Day - 30 May

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Goa, a beautiful state on the west coast of India is celebrating its 36th Statehood this year.

In 1976, the Goa Assembly issued a resolution seeking for complete statehood; it was later recognised on May 30, 1987.

Although Goa was liberated from the Portuguese rule on December 19, 1961, it became part of the Indian Union as the 25th state on May 30, 1987.
Before this, Goa was a Union Territory.
It is an important day for all Goans as it helped to shape Goa's distinct identity. 2021 marks the 34th Statehood Day of Goa.
After India gained independence in 1947, it requested the Portuguese to leave Goa territory. However, the Portuguese refused.
In 1961, India launched Operation Vijay and annexed Goa and Daman and Diu with the Indian mainland.
On May 30, 1987, Goa was recognised as a state by the Indian government.

About Goa:

• Goa is located on the southwest coast of India, surrounded by Maharashtra and Karnataka.

• The capital of the state is Panji and the official language is Konkani.

• It is the smallest state in India.

• Goa is a popular tourist destination because of its white-sand beaches, places of worship, active nightlife and World Heritage-listed architecture.