Goa commemorates the day it was founded every May 30 because that day, in 1987, the state attained full statehood. Unbeknownst to the uninitiated, Goa was not freed until December 19, 1961, even after 14 years of Indian independence. However, the day in May marked the historic occasion when Daman and Diu became a separate union territory and Goa was granted full statehood.

Concerning Goa Statehood Day

Goa was officially recognised as an independent state from Daman and Diu on May 30. This occurred in 1987, and ever then, the day is celebrated as "Goa Statehood Day."

Konkani is the official language in Panaji.

Panaji was made the capital of Goa after being granted statehood, and Konkani was made the official tongue.

Goa, the smallest state in India in terms of landmass, is well known throughout the world for its stunning beaches and renowned architecture. Goa was a colony of Portugal before 1961, which ruled the area for almost 450 years.

When India gained its independence in 1947, the Portuguese were asked to leave Goa. But the Portuguese denied. India's 1961 Operation Vijay resulted in the annexation of Goa, Daman, and Diu by the Indian mainland.

When Goa was admitted as a full state, elections were held, and on December 20, 1962, Shri Dayanand Bhandarkar was sworn in as the state's first elected chief minister.

There was also talk of Goa and Maharashtra joining together because of their proximity. In a 1967 vote, the citizens of Goa chose to remain a union territory.

On May 30, 1987, Goa received full statehood and became the 25th state in the Indian Republic.