Kerry: This on his feet and galibaga originated from western ghats of Karnataka Play an important role in enriching the environment and ecology canacona Taluka. It is this river social and cultural heritage that Jatra Agency (take festival).
The two rivers finally flowed into the Arabian Sea, which sustained internal trade as well as business, making Puinjinim and Lolim popular destinations for numerous communities in search of refuge. Though transport system has developed since then, by which waterways are no longer vital as they were during those days, various epochs are represented at the fest.
Taka is a piece of clothing with colored thread stitched on it. The text was opened and read one year before Gadyachi Jatra. The sutra praises folk gods’ deeds Vital (Cancel).
As per the ancient folklore dated back to 13th century, thirteen states had been conquered by Vetal – king of ghosts – Poinguinim being the last he captured.
Thus Naguvilip sought peace with Vital and promised him prosperity for all provided there was Loim celebration every year.
The procession starts from Puinginim Virwada’s Vitthal Temple accompanied by folk instruments beats passes through many places ends crossing Galjibaga River.
Vetal representatives lead it followed by four dressers or devotees (Gade) in traditional costumes displaying two tarangas and two satryos emblems). In order to invite all deities within vicinity You have to do so
At this point when they arrive at Chandanaped on the banks of Galjibaga River a large crowd gathers to witness river crossing ceremony before proceeding to Lolim.
Rohit Phalgaonkar, historian and resident spoke about Puinginim: “Previously my late grandmother Raya used to read Taka traditionally”. This time Amod Tengase Read it. The festival demonstrates different aspects associated with our land and people’s socio-cultural heritage through which many communities take part zealously.
The festival will conclude with the Rang Puja at the Velwada Vetal Temple on May 27, leading up to the Gadyachi Jatra celebrations in the summer of 2025.
