GSF2026

Beyond the Beaches: What is the Divine Awakening Happening in Goa?

For decades, the world has looked at Goa through a single lens: a tropical paradise of sun, sand, and leisure. But what if the true essence of this beautiful land has been hidden in plain sight? What if Goa is destined to be not just a tourist retreat, but a powerful epicenter of global spiritual awakening?

This profound shift in perspective is the divine vision of Padma Shri Sadguru Brahmeshanand Acharya Swamiji (Peethadhishwar, Shree Datta Padmanabh Peeth). Pujya Swamiji’s monumental mission is to change the world’s vision toward Goa—unveiling its ancient, sacred roots and establishing Gomantak as a supreme global spiritual hub.

The Divine Presence: A Historic Gathering of Saints (Sant Sangam)

This festival marks a rare and highly auspicious confluence of India’s most revered spiritual masters who will bless Goa with their divine presence:

Dandi Swami Jivanand Saraswati Ji Maharaj (Ujjain)

Jagadguru Ramanandacharya Rajeshwaracharya Mauli Sarkar

Jagadguru Ashokanand Maharaj Ji (Mumbai)

Mahant Ravindrapuri Swamiji (Akhil Bharatiya Akhada Parishad)

Mahamandaleshwar Swami Dharamdev Maharaj Ji (Haridwar)

Jagadguru Ramanandacharya Sri Dyaneshwaracharya Maharaj (Gujrat)

Mahamandaleshwar Sri Janardan Hari Swamiji (Maharashtra)

Swami Sampurnanand Brahmachariji (Bhakti Akhada, Nanded)

Goswami Sushant Maharaj Ji (New Delhi)

Mahamandaleshwar Swami Chidambaranand Saraswatiji (Mumbai)

Mahamandaleshwar Narayan Giriji Maharaj (Chennai)

Sanatan Dharmabhushan Dr. Rajrajeshwar Guruji (London, UK)

Mahamandaleshwar Swami Ashutoshnand Ji (Kalale)

Sri Anantbodh Chaitanya Swamiji (Pune)

Mahamandaleshwar Radhe Radhe Babaji Maharaj (Indore)

Swami Bhupendragiri Swamiji (Haridwar)

Mahant Sri Naresh Puriji (Rajasthan)

Sant Sri Gopal Chaitanya Maharaj (Maharashtra)

Mohanbuva Ramdasi (Maharashtra)

Swami Sri Anantanand Ji (Punjab)

Mahant Sri Niranjan Swamiji (Haridwar)

Day 1: The Grand Inauguration & Historic Tribute

19 Feb 2026

The festival officially commences with the grand unveiling of the majestic statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (Bhavya Murti Lokarpan Sohala). The evening will be filled with divine energy through the Sangameshwar Pujan, a beautiful Kalash Yatra, the Mahaarti, and empowering blessings (Sant Ashirvachan) from the gathered saints.

Day 2: Goa Vision Summit

20 Feb 2026

Shifting from traditional rituals to global leadership, Day 2 hosts the prestigious Goa Vision Summit. This exclusive event features an award celebration, insightful panel discussions, and bridges the gap between spirituality, public service, and sustainable global business. It will conclude with an authentic Goan vegetarian feast.

Day 3: Sunrise Serenity & The Holy Bath

21 Feb 2026

As the sun rises over the Arabian Sea, devotees will gather for a mass Yog Sadhana and the recitation of the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita. The morning culminates in a profoundly sacred Samudra Snan (Holy Bath) in the divine presence of the saints. Attendees are encouraged to bring their deity idols, kalash, shankh, bells, saffron flags, trishuls, and rudraksha malas.

Day 4: The Magnificent Samudra Mahaarti

22 Feb 2026

The Experience: The spiritual energy reaches its zenith with the Bhavya Samudra Mahaarti. This evening features a grand Rath Yatra, mass chanting of the Hanuman Chalisa, and the worship of revered saints. The atmosphere will be elevated by a special musical performance titled “Gajar Gomantak” as thousands offer gratitude to the ocean.

Day 5: The Spiritual Cruise

23 Feb 2026

Taking spirituality to the waves, Day 5 introduces the unique Spiritual Cruise. The voyage includes the Mahadayi Nadi Pujan (worship of the Mahadayi River), accompanied by a “Sangeet Sarita” (musical stream) and special felicitations while sailing into the sunset.

Go & Sant Sammelan

24 Feb 2026

The six-day festival concludes at the sacred grounds of Tapobhoomi. The final day is dedicated to the Go evam Sant Sammelan, focusing on reverence for the sacred cow (Gopujan) and the enlightened masters. The event features the powerful Sadguru Bhakti Mahayagya and a Divya Brahmanushthan, sealing the festival’s divine energy.

Honored Guests & Visionaries

The festival and the Goa Vision Summit will be graced by an elite roster of state, national, and international leaders:

Ma. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

Union Minister of Tourism & Culture, Govt of India

Dr. Pramod Sawant

Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa

Mr. Shripad Naik

Union Minister of State for Power & New Renewable Energy, India

Capt. Viriato Fernandes

MP Lok Sabha, South Goa

Mr. Sadanand Shet Tanavade

MP Rajya Sabha

Mr. Sudin Dhavalikar

Power Minister
Government of Goa

Mr. Vishwajit Rane

Health Minister
Government of Goa

Mr. Ramesh Tawadkar

Speaker of the Assembly / Art and Culture Minister

Mr. Subhash Phal Desai

Social Welfare Minister
Government of Goa

Mr. Rohan Khaunte

Tourism Minister
Government of Goa

Mr. Subhash Shirodkar

Water Resources Minister
Government of Goa

Mr. Digambar Kamat

Public Works Minister
Government of Goa

Mr.  Mauvin Godinho

Panchayat Minister
Government of Goa

Mr. Atanasio Monserrate

Revenue Minister
Government of Goa

Mr. Nilkanth Halarnkar

Fisheries Minister
Government of Goa

Cabinet Ministers & Dedicated Supporters

The event is strongly supported by Goa’s leading ministers and MLAs

Mr. Vijay Sardesai

MLA
Fatorda

Mr. Michael Lobo

MLA
Calangute

Mr. Premendra Shet

MLA Maem

Mr. Kedar Naik

MLA Saligao

Mr. Jit Arolkar

MLA  Mandrem

Mr. Ulhas Tuenkar

MLA   Navelim

Mr. Krishna Salkar

MLA   Vasco

Dr. Chandrakant Shetye

MLA Bicholim

Mr. Joshua D’Souza

MLA Mapusa

Mr. Pravin Arlekar

MLA Pernem

Mr. Sankalp Amonkar

MLA  Mormugao

Mr. Nilesh Cabral

MLA Curchorem

Mrs. Delilah Lobo

MLA Siolim

Mrs. Deviya Rane

MLA Poriem