{"id":3152,"date":"2025-05-30T09:05:47","date_gmt":"2025-05-30T03:35:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=3152"},"modified":"2025-10-18T13:22:14","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T07:52:14","slug":"goa-statehood-day-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/goa-statehood-day-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Goa Statehood Day 2025, Date, History, and Celebration"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/goa-statehood-day-2025\/#Goa_Statehood_Day_2025\" >Goa Statehood Day 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/goa-statehood-day-2025\/#Goa_Statehood_Day_History\" >Goa Statehood Day History<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/goa-statehood-day-2025\/#Goa_Statehood_Day_Importance_and_Celebration\" >Goa Statehood Day: Importance and Celebration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/goa-statehood-day-2025\/#About_Goa\" >About Goa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/goa-statehood-day-2025\/#Goa_Statehood_Day_FAQs\" >Goa Statehood Day FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h1><b>Goa Statehood Day 2025, Date, History, and Celebration<\/b><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Goa Statehood Day 2025 was\u00a0 observed on Friday, May 30, 2025. It commemorates the historic moment when Goa became a full-fledged state of India in 1987. Before gaining statehood, Goa was administered as a Union Territory along with Daman and Diu. With the passing of the Goa, Daman and Diu Reorganisation Act in 1987, Goa became the 25th state of India, marking an important milestone in Goa\u2019s modern political history.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Goa Statehood Day 2025 was celebrated with great enthusiasm across the state. Government buildings and educational institutions will hoist the national flag, and various cultural programs showcasing Goa\u2019s rich heritage will be organized. The day holds immense emotional and historical significance for the people of Goa, as it empowered them to preserve their language, manage local governance, and make their own laws.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Check <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=2731&amp;preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Important Days in May 2025<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Goa_Statehood_Day_2025\"><\/span><b>Goa Statehood Day 2025<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While many people use the term Goa Formation Day 2025 to refer to the same occasion, technically, Goa was formed as a Union Territory in 1961 and was granted statehood in 1987. Goa Formation Day 2025 and Goa Statehood Day 2025 will both be celebrated on May 30, recognizing Goa\u2019s political development and cultural preservation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3153\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/GOA.png?resize=210%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"210\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/GOA.png?resize=210%2C300&amp;ssl=1 210w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/GOA.png?w=339&amp;ssl=1 339w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 210px) 100vw, 210px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image Credit: Mapsofindia<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Check<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=2734&amp;preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Gujarat Maharashtra Statehood Day<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Goa_Statehood_Day_History\"><\/span><b>Goa Statehood Day History<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Goa Statehood Day <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is celebrated every year on May 30. This year too, it will be observed on the same date, falling on a Friday in 2025. To understand the importance of Goa formation day 2025, we need to look back at Goa\u2019s colonial past. Goa was a Portuguese colony for over 450 years until it was liberated by Indian armed forces in 1961 during Operation Vijay. After liberation, Goa, along with Daman and Diu, was governed as a Union Territory.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On May 30, 1987, Goa was granted full statehood, and Panaji was declared the new state&#8217;s capital. Konkani was declared the official language. Since then, Goa Statehood Day has been celebrated annually as a reminder of the political and cultural empowerment the state achieved through this status change.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Check out the <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=1568&amp;preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>International Women\u2019s Day<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Goa_Statehood_Day_Importance_and_Celebration\"><\/span><b>Goa Statehood Day: Importance and Celebration<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Goa Statehood Day<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is more than a historical reminder\u2014it\u2019s a celebration of identity, culture, and democratic empowerment. The day is observed with various public events, including flag hoisting ceremonies, social and cultural programs, and traditional music and dance performances. It is also a time to reflect on the Goa history\u2014especially the long years of colonial rule and the sacrifices made for liberation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People of Goa, on this day, also honor their heritage and diversity. Goa Statehood Day 2025 will see participation from students, artists, local leaders, and tourists alike, as communities unite to remember the state&#8217;s journey from a colonial outpost to the smallest state in India with a vibrant culture and governance structure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Check <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=2784&amp;preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>World Press Freedom Day 2025<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5579 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"400-X-180cdr-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/mains\/upsc-qep-2026-batch-5-english\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/400-X-180cdr-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5579 msDefaultImage\" title=\"400 X 180cdr\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5580 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/qep-pocket-notes-2.0\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5580 msDefaultImage\" title=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5581 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/toppers-handwritten-upsc-pyq-4-books\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5581 msDefaultImage\" title=\"web site banner toppers book. 400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Goa\"><\/span><b>About Goa<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Goa is the smallest state in India <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">by area, covering just 3,702 square kilometers, yet it boasts a rich blend of history, natural beauty, and multicultural traditions. It is located on the western coast of India and is famous for its sun-kissed beaches, heritage churches, and festive atmosphere. Goa\u2019s culture is a beautiful fusion of Indian and Portuguese influences, which is evident in its architecture, cuisine, and lifestyle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite its size, Goa is one of India\u2019s most literate and prosperous states, with a strong tourism economy and an emphasis on preserving its natural and cultural heritage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3154\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/North-Goa.png?resize=190%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"190\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/North-Goa.png?resize=190%2C300&amp;ssl=1 190w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/North-Goa.png?w=319&amp;ssl=1 319w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 190px) 100vw, 190px\" \/><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\"><b>Facts About Goa State of Goa<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Capital<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Panaji<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Official Language<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Konkani<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Principal Languages<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Konkani, Marathi, English<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Former Colonial Language<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portuguese (limited to older generations post-1961)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Area<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3,702 sq. km<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Population (Total)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1,458,545 (Males: 739,140; Females: 719,405)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sex Ratio (2011)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">973 females per 1,000 males<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Population Density (2001)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">364 per sq. km (North Goa: 437; South Goa: 300; India average: 324)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Literacy Rate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">80% (Male: 83.3%; Female: 76.4%)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Religious Composition<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hindu: 64.68%, Christian: 29.86%, Muslim: 5.25%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forests<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1,424 sq. km (approx. 1\/3 of total area); bamboo, Maratha bark, chillar, bhirand<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crops<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut, cashew, mango, jackfruit, pineapple<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minerals<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Iron ore, manganese, bauxite, silica sand<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rivers<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandovi, Zuari, Terekhol, Chapora, Betul, Tiracol, Sal, Talpona<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Are you preparing for UPSC 2025? <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/prelims\/prelims-samadhaan-mentorship-2025?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=home_page&amp;utm_campaign=course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Join IAShub\u2019s UPSC coaching batches<\/b><\/a><b> to boost your preparation. Enroll now!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Goa_Statehood_Day_FAQs\"><\/span><b>Goa Statehood Day FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-3151 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-3151{ position: relative; }#sp-ea-3151 .ea-card{ opacity: 0;}#eap-preloader-3151{ position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 100%;width: 100%; text-align: center;display: flex; align-items: center;justify-content: center;}#sp-ea-3151.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-3151.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-3151.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-3151.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-3151.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion 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src=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/plugins\/easy-accordion-free\/public\/assets\/ea_loader.svg\" alt=\"Loader image\"\/><\/div><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-31510\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse31510\" aria-controls=\"collapse31510\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> When did Goa become India's state?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse31510\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3151\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-31510\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Goa became a state of India on May 30, 1987, becoming the 25th state of the Indian Union.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-31511\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse31511\" aria-controls=\"collapse31511\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is Goa Statehood Day?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse31511\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3151\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-31511\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Goa Statehood Day is celebrated on May 30 every year to commemorate the day Goa attained full statehood in 1987.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-31512\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse31512\" aria-controls=\"collapse31512\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the significance of Goa Statehood Day 2025?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse31512\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3151\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-31512\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Goa Statehood Day 2025 marks 38 years of Goa\u2019s statehood and celebrates the cultural and political identity of the people of Goa.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-31513\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse31513\" aria-controls=\"collapse31513\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Why is Goa called the smallest state in India?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse31513\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3151\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-31513\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">By area, Goa is the smallest state in India, covering only 3,702 sq. km, yet it has a rich cultural and economic presence.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-31514\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse31514\" aria-controls=\"collapse31514\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> When was Goa freed from Portuguese rule?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse31514\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3151\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-31514\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Goa was liberated from Portuguese rule in 1961, through Operation Vijay conducted by the Indian Armed Forces.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-31515\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse31515\" aria-controls=\"collapse31515\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> When was Konkani declared Goa\u2019s official language?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse31515\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3151\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-31515\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Konkani was declared the official language of Goa when it became a state in 1987.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Goa Statehood Day 2025 was celebrated on May 30 to mark Goa\u2019s transition from a Union Territory to the 25th state of India in 1987. 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