Shri Devi Lairai’s Devotees Make Goa Secure : Sadguru Brahmeshanand Acharya

Shirgaon: Shri Devi Lairai’s devotees (Dondas) are the reason Goa remains safe. Goa does not need tourists who look at its women disrespectfully. Every home in Goa has a divine presence, making Goa a land of ascetics. Goans must proudly showcase the true essence of Goa to the world. Just as devotees visit Vaishno Devi, pilgrims from across the country and abroad should come to seek the blessings of Shri Lairai Mata.

As part of the ‘Goa Spiritual Festival 2025’ , the grand and devotional “Agnidivya Festival ” of Shri Lairai Devi was celebrated with immense faith and devotion at Shirgaon. Under the divine guidance of Padmashri Sadguru Brahmeshanand Acharya Swamiji, this sacred event has taken the mission of elevating Goa’s rich spiritual heritage to the global stage to a new dimension. Pujya Brahmachariji addressed the gathering during the festival.

Sadguru Brahmeshanand Acharya Swamiji is the fifteenth gem of the legendary “Samudra Manthan” (Churning of the Ocean). All of us must be ever ready to heed his call for Goa. Those who follow their teachings will attain ‘Vaikuntha’ (spiritual liberation) in this very lifetime and on this very land, without a doubt.Stated by Anant Shri Vibhushit Bhupendra Giriji Maharaj.

The event was graced by the divine presence of Anant Shri Vibhushit Shri Shri 108 Tapnishtha Agnihotri Pujya Sampurnananda Brahmachariji, Secretary of Agni Akhada, Junagadh and Panchkula, Haryana, Anant Shri Vibhushit Bhupendra Giriji Maharaj from Haridwar Prominent dignitaries in attendance included Honorable Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, Union Minister Shripad Naik, Rajya Sabha MP Sadanand Tanawade, Social Welfare Minister Subhash Faldesai, Maye MLA Premendra Shet and Other esteemed guests .

With the resounding chants of “Shri Devi Lairai Mata Ki Jai!, the entire Shirgaon was immersed in a divine atmosphere of devotion. The profound faith and offerings of devotees before Shri Devi Lairai made the festival even more auspicious and sacred.

This celebration has further strengthened the resolve to take Goa’s rich spiritual tradition to the global stage. Future initiatives will focus on establishing Shri Lairai Devi’s shrine as an internationally renowned pilgrimage site, transforming Goa into a global spiritual center.

During the ‘Samudra Manthan (Churning of the Ocean), precious gems, elephants, horses, and even the divine cow (Kamadhenu) emerged, leading to the naming of Goa. The grandeur witnessed in Goa today has never been seen before. The Goa Spiritual Festival has unveiled the true spiritual essence of Goa. Through this festival, the message that Goa is a sacred pilgrimage land will now spread worldwide. Dr. Pramod Sawant is the ruler, and Sadguru Brahmeshanand Acharya is a sage-like guide. It is under their leadership that Goa’s spiritual culture is flourishing. This was the profound message shared by Anant Shri Vibhushit Shri Shri 108 Tapnishtha Agnihotri Pujya Sampurnanand Brahmachari Ji.

The Shree Datt Padmanabh Peeth is a pillar of Indian cultural preservation. The “Goa Spiritual Festival” will ensure that Goa’s spiritual identity is recognized globally. Sadguru Brahmeshanand Acharya Swamiji’s unparalleled efforts in preserving Goa’s spiritual legacy are commendable. Through this festival, the government will continue to support the global promotion of Goa’s spiritual heritage, ensuring that Goa’s spiritual glory is recognized worldwide. The Agnidivya festival has helped the Shri Lairai Devi celebration transcend Goa and reach the entire nation.

The ‘Goa Spiritual Festival’ will ensure Goa’s spirituality is spread across the world, and the credit for this goes entirely to Sadguru Brahmeshanandacharya Swamiji, stated Chief Minister Pramod Sawant.