**Executive Summary**
On May 30, 2026, Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan graced the 40th Statehood Day celebrations of Goa in Panaji. The visit emphasized Goa’s role in India’s "Blue Economy" and the "Viksit Bharat 2047" vision, highlighting the state's progress in infrastructure and social development. Key actions included the launch of enhanced healthcare coverage and the inauguration of cultural commemorations.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Economic and Sustainable Development**
* **Blue Economy:** Identified as a defining pillar of India’s progress, with Goa positioned as a leader due to its coastline and entrepreneurial spirit.
* **Sustainable Growth:** The Vice-President proposed Goa as a national model for sustainable coastal development and modernization that preserves cultural roots.
* **Viksit Bharat 2047:** Goa is noted as a critical contributor to the country’s future growth story and innovation phase.
**Governance and Political Vision**
* **Post-Election Cooperation:** Emphasis was placed on the necessity for all political sections to work together for collective development once elections conclude.
* **Leadership Tributes:** Recognition was given to former CM Manohar Parrikar for his integrity and current CM Dr. Pramod Sawant for strides in digital governance and infrastructure.
* **Social Achievements:** Praise for Goa’s high standards in literacy, healthcare, environmental awareness, and social inclusiveness.
**Cultural and Commemorative Initiatives**
* **Mario Miranda Exhibition:** Inauguration of an exhibition at Kala Academy dedicated to the renowned cartoonist.
* **Philatelic Release:** Launch of a commemorative postage stamp and special cover in honor of Mario Miranda.
* **Literature:** Unveiling of a coffee table book titled “Goa Engineering the Next Era.”
**Awards and Social Welfare**
* **Healthcare Expansion:** Launch of enhanced assurance cover under the Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana.
* **Recognitions:** Presentation of awards to iconic Goan brands, Gopal Ratna Award winners, Swayampurna Mitras, and Swayampurna Villages.
* **Employment:** Distribution of appointment letters to new recruits.
**Impact Analysis**
**Citizens of Goa**
**Impact**
Residents benefit from expanded healthcare security through the Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana and recognition of community-led development through the Swayampurna initiatives.
**Action Required**
Citizens are urged to maintain social harmony and work collectively toward the state's economic and cultural security.
**Youth of Goa**
**Impact**
The youth are identified as the state’s greatest strength and are central to the state's transition into the Blue Economy and technological innovation.
**Action Required**
Young people are encouraged to actively contribute to entrepreneurship, science, arts, sports, and the Blue Economy.
**Political Stakeholders**
**Impact**
The document reinforces a mandate for governance focused on infrastructure, healthcare, and tourism over political contestation.
**Action Required**
Political leaders must transition from election-period differences to a spirit of cooperation and collective responsibility for national development.
Key Entities Referenced
Blue Economy: A strategic economic sector identified as a defining pillar of India's progress, with Goa positioned as a leader in sustainable coastal development.
Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana: A healthcare scheme for which an enhanced assurance cover was launched during the statehood celebrations.
Viksit Bharat by 2047: A national policy vision document providing the framework for India's long-term growth and Goa's future economic role.
Panaji, Goa: The primary location and state for which the 40th Statehood Day was celebrated and developmental progress was assessed.
Swayampurna Mitras and Swayampurna Villages: Key local initiatives focused on achieving self-reliance and community development across the state of Goa.
Vice President's Secretariat
Vice-President Graces 40th Statehood Day
Celebrations of Goa in Panaji
“Goa Demonstrates that Identity and Progress Can Go Hand
in Hand”: Vice-President
Vice-President Recalls Manohar Parrikar’s Enduring
Contribution to Goa’s Development
“Chief Minister Pramod Sawant’s Leadership Guiding Goa
Towards Progress and Prosperity”: Vice-President
“Blue Economy Will Be a Defining Pillar of India’s Progress,
Goa Leading the Way”: Vice-President
Political Differences Must Give Way to Collective
Development After Elections: Vice-President
Vice-President Inaugurates Exhibition Celebrating the Life
and Works of Mario Miranda
Posted On: 30 MAY 2026 1:18PM by PIB Delhi
The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, today graced the 40th Statehood Day celebrations
of Goa in Panaji.
Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan graced the 40th Statehood Day
celebrations of Goa in Panaji today.
The Vice President remarked that Goa stood at the confluence of heritage and
progress, tradition and modernity, and local pride and global outlook.
Vice President… pic.twitter.com/uL2PO4N3aR
— Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) May 30, 2026Addressing the gathering, the Vice-President said it was a privilege to join the people of Goa on the
momentous occasion marking four decades of the State attaining statehood. He noted that this was his first
official visit to Goa after assuming office as Vice-President of India.
Recalling the historic significance of 30 May 1987, when Goa became the 25th State of India, the Vice
President said the occasion affirmed the unique identity, aspirations and democratic spirit of the people of
Goa. He remarked that Goa stood at the confluence of heritage and progress, tradition and modernity, and
local pride and global outlook.
The Vice-President praised the people of Goa for their commitment to education, civic consciousness and
social inclusiveness. He said the warmth and hospitality of the people made Goa truly special and noted
that the State’s achievements in literacy, healthcare, environmental awareness and human development
stood as examples for the nation.
Paying tribute to former Chief Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar, the Vice-President described him as a
visionary leader whose simplicity, integrity and dedication left a lasting mark on Goa’s progress.
The Vice-President also commended the leadership of the Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, for
guiding the State towards progress and prosperity. He said Goa had made remarkable strides in
infrastructure, healthcare, education, tourism and digital governance under Dr. Sawant’s leadership, while
preserving its rich cultural heritage and identity.
Highlighting India’s democratic traditions, the Vice-President said that differences of opinion and political
contestation were natural in a democracy, especially during elections. However, he emphasised that after
elections, all sections must work together in the spirit of cooperation and collective responsibility for the
development of the nation. He added that Goa’s vibrant democracy and strong community institutions
reflected a society that values participation, dialogue and dignity.
Referring to the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, the Vice-President said Goa had an important role to play
in India’s future growth story. He observed that the Blue Economy would be one of the defining pillars of
India’s progress and expressed satisfaction that Goa was emerging as a leader in this sector. With its
educated population, entrepreneurial spirit, strategic coastline and global connectivity, Goa was uniquely
positioned to contribute to the country’s next phase of growth and innovation, he added.
The Vice-President remarked that Goa’s journey demonstrated how modernity could be embraced without
losing cultural roots and how a society could welcome the world while preserving local traditions.
Emphasising sustainable development, the Vice President said Goa could emerge as a national model of
sustainable coastal development.
Addressing the youth of Goa, the Vice President said the State’s greatest strength lay in the creativity,
openness and confidence of its young people. He encouraged them to contribute actively in fields such as
entrepreneurship, science, arts, sports, innovation and the Blue Economy.
Calling for renewed commitment towards unity, prosperity, sustainability and social harmony, the Vice-
President urged citizens to work together to build a Goa that remains vibrant in culture, strong in economy
and secure in its future.
During the celebrations, the Vice-President inaugurated an exhibition dedicated to the life and works of
renowned cartoonist Shri Mario Miranda at Kala Akademy, Panaji. He also released a commemorative
postage stamp and special cover in his honour and unveiled a coffee table book titled “Goa Engineering
the Next Era”.The Vice-President also presented awards to iconic Goan brands and distinguished individuals, handed
over appointment letters, felicitated awardees under the Gopal Ratna Award Scheme, Swayampurna
Mitras and Swayampurna Villages, and launched the enhanced assurance cover under the Deen Dayal
Swasthya Seva Yojana.
The Governor of Goa, Shri Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju; the Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod
Sawant; Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Shri Shripad Naik; Speaker of
the Goa Legislative Assembly, Dr. Ganesh Gaonkar; Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), Shri Sadanand
Tanavade; Ministers of the Government of Goa and other distinguished dignitaries were present on the
occasion.
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