Bahrainche Dulpodkars along with artistes from Goa, Tammy and Roy.
PANAJI
The Young Goans Club (YGC) Bahrain celebrated World Goa Day with enthusiasm and splendour, bringing together the Goan community and friends of Goa for an evening of music, culture, tradition and camaraderie.
The event, which reflected the strong cultural bonds that unite Goans across borders and generations, attracted over 300 attendees, including members of the Goan community, guests and visitors who travelled from Saudi Arabia and Kuwait to be part of the festivities.
The function was graced by the Chairman of the Goa Industrial Development Corporation and MLA Aleixo Reginaldo Lourenco.
The celebrations featured a line-up of musical performances that brought the flavour of Goa to Bahrain. Popular Goan entertainer Felly Gomes, along with featured artistes Tammy and Roy, engaged the audience with their performances, filling the venue with music, dance and excitement.
One of the highlights of the evening was the performance by Bahrainche Dulpodkars, who presented a curated medley of traditional Konkani songs. Through a combination of live acoustic instruments and traditional melodies, the group took the audience on a musical journey through Goa's heritage, celebrating its feasts, festivals, occupations, literature and traditions.
Led by Mark Gomes, with music by Jesuinho Glen Xavier Dias, the ensemble featured Aurelia Rodrigues, Tina Moniz, Elma D’Costa, Alissa Noronha, Dina Fernandes, Tressy Fernandes, Mathias Fernandes, Marshall D’Souza, Briccio Fernandes, Antonio Da Silva and Savio D’Costa. Their performance was a heartfelt tribute to Goa's cultural identity and the importance of preserving its musical traditions for future generations.
The success of the event was also made possible through the generous support of its sponsors, Amaira Shaikh (Better into the Future), Bahrain Financing Company, Almoayyed Motors and Ford, BMMI Shops, Raju Omlet and Window Shop Goa.
The organisers expressed their appreciation to the management and staff of The Olive Hotel, Juffair, for providing the venue and extending hospitality throughout the celebrations.
YGC Bahrain President Noel Fernandes praised the dedicated YGC committee, together with its members and volunteers, whose efforts, planning and coordination ensured the smooth execution of the programme.
Speaking on the success of the celebration, Noel Fernandes acknowledged the response from the community and expressed heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to making the event memorable.
“The presence of guests from neighbouring Gulf countries, particularly Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, further demonstrated the strong sense of unity and belonging among Goans living abroad,” said Fernandes.
“World Goa Day is an occasion to celebrate Goa's unique identity, language, music, traditions and heritage. For the Goan diaspora, such celebrations are particularly meaningful, providing an opportunity to reconnect with their roots while passing on their cultural legacy to younger generations.”
“The celebration in Bahrain was more than just an evening of entertainment. It was a gathering of a community united by its love for Goa, its traditions and its people. One message resonated throughout the celebration: no matter how far Goans travel, Goa will always remain in their hearts.”
