11/03/2026
VVM’s Govind Ramnath Kare College of Law, Margao–Goa, through its Students’ Council and Cultural Committee, in association with the Literary Society and the Department of Physical Education and Sports, successfully organized PRATIBHA 2026 – An Intercollegiate Cultural, Literary and Sports Festival on Saturday, 7th March 2026 at the college campus.
The program commenced with the Inaugural Ceremony at the G.D. Auditorium. The trophies for the competitions were formally unveiled, along with glimpses from the previous edition of the festival. The Chief Guest for the inaugural ceremony, Ms. Rati Bhatikar, addressed the gathering and encouraged students to participate with enthusiasm, innovation and a spirit of healthy competition.
The festival was organised around the theme “The Apocalypse: The Last Protocol,” symbolizing resilience, creativity and the spirit of rebuilding through talent and collaboration. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students representing various colleges, who competed across a diverse range of literary, cultural, creative and sports competitions.
The competitions included Debate, Fashion Show, Group Singing, Dance, Pratibha’s Got Talent, Treasure Hunt, Street Play, Mascot, Reel Making, Sigil Making, Best Out of Waste, and sports challenges such as Strong Man and Strong Woman and the Thunder Strike Challenge.
The festival concluded with a Valedictory Ceremony, graced by Shri Vijay Sardesai as the Chief Guest, who appreciated the efforts of the organizers and participants and highlighted the importance of such events in shaping confident and creative individuals.
At the culmination of the event, Goa University, Taleigao emerged as the overall Winner of PRATIBHA 2026 and was awarded a cash prize of ₹30,000 along with the Winner’s Trophy. Fr. Agnel College, Pilar secured the position of Runner-up and was awarded a cash prize of ₹20,000 along with the Runner-up Trophy.