Rajiv Gandhi Kala Mandir
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About Rajiv Gandhi Kala Mandir
Rajiv Gandhi Kala Mandir is the government auditorium in Ponda, the taluka long regarded as the heartland of Goan theatre and classical music. It is the usual home of Kala Academy's Konkani Drama Competition: the 51st edition runs here from 15 October to 10 November 2026, with a play at 7 pm and a ₹100 pass sold at the venue. Through the rest of the year the hall stages Marathi and Konkani plays, music programmes, school and college events and state cultural festivals, and Ponda's Shigmo parade passes through the town each spring. Most visitors come from Panaji or Margao for an evening and drive back, since buses thin out after about 8 pm.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Konkani Drama Competition?
An annual Kala Academy competition for Konkani plays, staged night after night at Rajiv Gandhi Kala Mandir. The 51st edition runs from 15 October to 10 November 2026.
How much are tickets?
For the 2026 Konkani Drama Competition the pass is ₹100, sold at the venue. Other shows set their own prices.
How do I get to Ponda?
Kadamba and private buses run from Panaji (about 30 km) and Margao (about 18 km) to the Ponda bus stand through the day.
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