CM Pramod Sawant Attends First World Konkani Music Mega Convention in Mangaluru

Over 6,789 singers from 300 teams participate in historic Konkani music marathon; 53 teams represent Goa

Goa Khabar: Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant attended the First World Konkani Music Mega Convention in Mangaluru, Karnataka, organised to celebrate 40 years of Mandd Sobhann and the rich cultural heritage of the Konkani language.

The convention brought together Konkani singers and music enthusiasts for a historic musical celebration aimed at promoting and preserving the language through music.

Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Dr. Sawant congratulated Mandd Sobhann, its President Louis J. Pinto, Dr. Ronald Colaco and the entire organising committee for organising the mega event and bringing together Konkani-speaking communities on a common cultural platform.

The Chief Minister informed that 53 teams from Goa were participating in the convention, which featured more than 6,789 singers representing 300 teams. The participants are performing over 4,500 Konkani songs during a continuous singing marathon lasting 12 days, 12 hours and 12 minutes.

The extraordinary musical initiative is also an attempt to secure a Guinness World Records title, making it a significant occasion for the Konkani-speaking community.

Dr. Sawant highlighted the deep cultural relationship between Goa and Karnataka, stating that the Konkani language serves as a strong bond connecting communities, traditions and generations across both states.

He emphasised the importance of preserving and promoting Konkani music, language and cultural traditions for future generations.

The convention also marks four decades of Mandd Sobhann’s contribution to the promotion of Konkani music and cultural heritage.

The Chief Minister concluded his message by celebrating the shared cultural identity of Konkani-speaking people with the words, “One Language. Many Voices. A Shared Heritage. Jai Konkani!”