Team Goemkarponn
CANACONA: Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant reviewed the preparations for the Sardha Panchashatamanostsava, marking 550 years of Shree Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math, and said the Math is poised to become a major spiritual pilgrimage centre in Goa.
Dr. Sawant met Shrimad Vidhyadhish Teerth Swamiji during his visit to the Math and sought his blessings while also inspecting the ongoing works ahead of the 11-day celebrations beginning November 27.
A highlight of the festival will be the unveiling of a 77-ft bronze idol of Lord Rama by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 28.
The Chief Minister said that the Math has already spent over ₹170 crore on preparations, with the intention of creating facilities that will serve devotees for the next 500 years.
He added that lakhs of devotees and Mahajans are expected to attend the festivities being held under the guidance of Shrimad Vidhyadhish Teerth Swamiji.
Calling the Partagali project “very important for Goa”, Dr. Sawant praised the Swamiji and the Math Committee for their efforts and expressed confidence that the Math would emerge as a prominent spiritual destination, attracting devotees and tourists from across the country.
He assured full support from the Goa government for the grand celebrations.
Elaborate arrangements have been made by the Math in coordination with the State administration to receive Prime Minister Modi. A special helipad for the PM’s arrival is nearing completion, while the installation of the massive bronze statue is expected to be completed by November 25.
During his review, the Chief Minister took darshan of Lord Shri Ram and Shri Veer Vitthal temples and chaired a high-level meeting attended by Chief Secretary Dr. V. Candavelou, Director General of Police Alok Kumar, South Goa Collector Egna Cleetus, and heads of all departments involved in the festival arrangements.
Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to arrive at 3:45 pm and conclude his visit by 4:57 pm. During his time at the Math, he will unveil the statue, take darshan at the temples, and briefly address the devotees.
