Lotus Film Goa

Short Documentary

Episode 28

29 min 48’’ I 2009

Director I Francisco Veres Machado

Synopsis

On 17th December 1961, Indian army had a green light to enter Goan Portuguese territory.

What happened in the next 32 hours and how Goa was liberated and became an Indian state is what we are addressing in this episode.

How did the Portuguese defend their colony with 2500 soldier’s against an army of 65 thousand Indians.

What was the role of Vassalo e Silva- at the time the Governor of Goa?

What happened in Mandovi river where the battle ends?