ESG Announces Statewide Aakash Kandil Competition for IFFI 2025
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PANAJI: The Entertainment Society of Goa (ESG), in collaboration with the Government of Goa, has announced a statewide Aakash Kandil (lantern-making) competition as part of the celebrations for the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025. The initiative aims to highlight Goa’s vibrant cultural traditions while encouraging creativity and community participation through artistic lantern designs.
The competition is open to all residents of Goa, with a maximum of 600 entries accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis, limited to 50 entries per taluka. Each participant will receive a ₹500 honorarium

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