Here are what some of the delegates and participants had to say about the festival, so far
I am certain that this week will progress throughbeautifully. The response has very evidently been remarkable from all parties.Through the Semana da Cultura Indo-Portuguesa, I see our unique culture comingto the fore, and keeping our unique Goan identity alive.
“ Jose Elmano Coelho Pereira, Deputy Chairman of theExecutive Committee
It is important to find common ground on the basis of tourism,and focus on that. It has to be a system that is mutually beneficial to bothparties involved; Goa and Portugal. I believe we can come to such a consensus,and in doing so, would consider our target as achieved.
“ Dr. Francisco Bragança, President of Travel and TourismAssociation of Goa
Cultural events are an excellent basis for the developmentof relations of all sorts. The existent cultural links are very deeply rooted,and it is a visible factor existent even in the youth today. This time around,we are seeing the Semana da Cultura Indo-Portuguesa extend beyond even merelyjust these cultural links to aid in the two parties develop even beyond thecultural aspect and boost trade relations.
“ Ralph Souza, Managing Director, De Souza Group of Hotels
This event is a massive opportunity for the members of thetroupe to showcase their talent internationally. There is a lot of excitementwithin the group, and it has been evident, even while they were travelling. Thebuzz amongst them was intense.
“ Kanta Gaude, leader of folk dance troupe
A sort of bilateral link can be formed, based purely on theconvenience of both the parties involved. An in-depth study has to be made asto how both parties can best be served. In doing so, I think we can have anexcellent future on the travel front.
“ Suraj Morajkar, Proprietor, The Sol
I am very keen on displaying a new form of music. It is onethat is the merger of two completely different styles. Bridging the gap betweenthe two is what fascinates me. I hope the audience takes to it well though.That is also an important factor.
“ Pravin Gaonkar, performing musical artist
