Goa Liberation Day is celebrated each year on December 19
Even after India’s independence, Goa was ruled by the Portuguese. In fact, the Portuguese rule lasted for about 450 years, and fluenced Goan culture, cuisine, and architecture.
In December 19, 1961, the Indian Army invaded and annexed Goa after a 36 hour battle. The region was incorporated as a union territory of Goa, Daman and Diu. In 1987, Goa was granted statehood.