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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.