Every year on December 19, Goa Liberation Day is observed. It is celebrated to commemorate Goa’s liberation from 450 years of Portuguese rule. Twinkle Updated: Dec 19, 2022 08:21 IST Goa Liberation Day 2022 Goa Liberation Day is observed annually on December 19. On this date in 1961, Goa was liberated from Portuguese rule. Additionally, India gained independence from European rule on that day. Goa Liberation Day 2022: History Goa had been under Portuguese rule for roughly 450 years on August 15, 1947, when India attained freedom. It was at this time that the Portuguese began colonizing some areas of India and demonstrated their steadfast control over Goa and other Indian territories, even after India gained independence from the British. The Day honors the day the state finally freed itself from Portuguese hegemony. The capital of the state of Goa, which is bordered by the states of Maharashtra and Karnataka, is Panaji. After being liberated from Portuguese rule, it joined India and received statehood from the government in 1987. Goa Liberation Day: All you need to know Celebrate this special day by sending out Happy Goa Liberation Day greetings and motivational quotes to everyone you know. Send happy Goa Liberation
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