THE GOAN NETWORK
MAPUSA
Amchem Daiz 4.0, an Inter-Sector Cultural Competition was organised by the St Jerome Parish Youth, Mapusa, on recently under the theme “Festam-Porbo Daiz Amchem, Jezu Sovem Ekvottan Samballchem.”
The celebration centred on Goa’s rich local feasts and traditions, including some that have slowly been forgotten or have long vanished from community life. The entire setting was created in an eco-friendly manner.
The programme opened with a prayer service, followed by a colourful parade portraying traditional Goan feasts such as Nal’lanchem Fest, Kelleanchem Fest, Purumentachem Fest, Pejeche Fest, Konnsachem Fest and Matyechem Fest.
Parish Priest Fr Thomas Lobo welcomed the gathering, highlighting the importance of preserving our traditions, while catechism children presented a beautiful song written and composed by him.
A special highlight was the traditional Kunbi Ghumot performance presented by the Youth under the guidance and training of Fr Aestrony Costa.
The prizes and spot prizes featured locally grown fruits and vegetables.
The performances were graced by the Judges, Fr Valancio Fernandes, Assistant Parish Priest of Saligao, and award-winning comedian Matthew De Souza.
With the support of Fr Aestrony Costa and Fr Cidroy Fernandes, the celebration concluded with a vote of thanks by the Coordinator of S.J.P.Y.G.
Sector 5 (Purumentachem Fest) emerged victorious, followed by Sector 8 (Konnsachem Fest) in second place and Sectors 3 & 4 (Kelleanchem Fest) in third.
