The Goa Government, through the Department of Archaeology, has announced a restoration and development initiative for the historic Kotitirtha Corridor at Pone Tirth in Divar. The project is being undertaken in association with the Shree Saptakoteshwar Kotitirtha Jeernodhar Samiti, with the objective of preserving the site’s religious, cultural and historical significance.
As part of the initiative, a special Udakshanti and Gangapujan programme will be held on September 4, 2026, at 10 am at the historic site. The programme will mark an important step towards the restoration and preservation of the Kotitirtha corridor.
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Preserving Divar’s Cultural Heritage
The Kotitirtha Corridor at Pone Tirth is an important part of Divar’s religious and cultural landscape. The restoration initiative seeks to protect the historic character of the site while ensuring that its heritage continues to be preserved for future generations.
The Department of Archaeology’s involvement underlines the government’s focus on protecting Goa’s historic places and culturally significant sites. By undertaking restoration in collaboration with the Shree Saptakoteshwar Kotitirtha Jeernodhar Samiti, the initiative also brings together government efforts and community participation in safeguarding local heritage.
The upcoming Udakshanti and Gangapujan programme is expected to hold special religious significance as restoration efforts get underway. Such traditional rituals are closely associated with the cultural identity of heritage sites and provide an opportunity for the local community to reconnect with their historical and spiritual legacy.
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Restoration With A Focus On Heritage
The restoration of the Kotitirtha Corridor is part of the broader need to conserve Goa’s historic religious sites, traditional structures and cultural spaces. While development is important, preserving the character and identity of such places remains equally significant for the state’s heritage landscape.
For Divar, the initiative is expected to strengthen the importance of Pone Tirth as a heritage and religious site while ensuring that its historical character is not lost over time.
The collaboration between the Department of Archaeology and the local restoration committee also reflects the importance of community involvement in heritage conservation. Local participation can play a key role in maintaining restored sites and keeping their cultural traditions alive.
With the restoration initiative now being taken forward, the historic Kotitirtha Corridor at Pone Tirth is set to receive renewed attention as Goa continues efforts to protect its rich religious and cultural heritage.
The September 4 programme will mark the beginning of this restoration-focused initiative, bringing together traditional practices, community partic
