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goaplusnewsThe Shigmotsav Parade, organized by the Panaji Shigmotsav Samiti on Saturday, March 22, 2025, witnessed a vibrant display of Goa’s cultural heritage, with colorful Chitrarath floats, rhythmic Romtamel performances, and creative individual fancy dress competitions. The Dempo Group of Companies proudly sponsored the prizes, recognizing the outstanding efforts of the participants.
Chitrarath Competition Winners
1st Prize: Triveni Kala Sangh, Durgabhat, Ponda (₹15,000)
2nd Prize: Mahalaxmi Nagrik Samiti, Bandora, Ponda (₹10,000)
3rd Prize: Kumbharjua Nagrik, Kumbharjua (₹10,000)
4th Prize: Shree Dev Dhadeshwar Sports & Cultural Club, Nerul
5th Prize: Dhadsakhal Star Sports Cultural Club, Khandola
Consolation Prizes were awarded to 20 groups, including Bal Gopal Kala Saunskritik Mandal, Chimbel, and Shivray Yuvak Mandal, Sanguem, for their dedication and artistic creativity.
Romtamel Competition Winners
1st Prize: Shree Mandaleshwar Manguru Shigmotsav, Shiroda (₹15,000)
2nd Prize: Avedekar Samaj, Borim (₹10,000)
3rd Prize: Suyog Shigmotsav Mandal, Adpai (₹10,000)
4th Prize: Dongri Shigmotsav Samiti, Dongri
5th Prize: Kudchade Kakoda Shigmotsav Mandal, Curchorim
Consolation prizes in this category were awarded to 10 teams, including Shree Swarsai Shigmotsav Mandal, Mapusa, and Shree Paikdev Shigmotsav Samiti, Sanguem.
Lok-Kalanrutya Competition Winners
1st Prize: Savoi-Verencho Sakhayahari
2nd Prize: Saraswati Kala Mandal Kelbai, Curti-Ponda
3rd Prize: Vijaya Kala Mandal, Kurti Ponda
Consolation prizes were awarded to six cultural groups for their traditional folk dance performances.
Individual Fancy Dress Competition Winners
Senior Category
1st Prize: Siddesh M. Marathe
2nd Prize: Dhananjay D. Naik
3rd Prize: Rudraj D. Naik
4th Prize: Jivika S. Naik
5th Prize: Sanjay K. Naik
Consolation prizes were given to ten participants, including Vaibhav Dessai and Shiva Naik.
Junior Category
1st Prize: Kiyan M. Naik
2nd Prize: Mayuri N. Korgaonkar
3rd Prize: Tanushree D. Wadikar
4th Prize: Shreyan P. Udaikar
5th Prize: Diyansh D. Pednekar
Ten young participants, including Svojas V. Mesta and Ved P. Satardekar, were honored with consolation prizes.
The Shigmotsav Parade 2025 concluded on a high note, with joyous celebrations, enthusiastic performances, and remarkable artistic expressions, capturing the spirit of Goa’s vibrant culture.
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