Digital Goa, Nov 12 – The Entertainment Society of Goa (ESG), in collaboration with the Goa government, has announced the third edition of its Aakash Kandil lantern-making competition as part of the 57th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2026. Open to all Goa residents, the competition will accept a maximum of 600 entries, with a limit of 50 entries per taluka, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Three winners will be selected from each taluka, with cash prizes of ₹10,000 for first place, ₹8,000 for second and ₹5,000 for third. Every participant will receive ₹500 as a token of appreciation.
Participants must create lanterns using eco-friendly materials, with thermocol prohibited. The designs must follow the theme of the peacock, the IFFI mascot. The competition aims to bring traditional lantern-making and creative designs into the festival celebrations while encouraging participation from across Goa.
Registration closes at 5 pm on November 17, 2026. Completed lanterns must be submitted at the ESG office on November 25 between 9.30 am and 12.30 pm. ESG will provide holders, bulbs and electricity connections for their display.
The prize distribution will be held on November 27. The judging panel’s decision will be final and binding.
For registration and further details, residents can contact Neelai Naik on 7350019149.
Details – https://esg.co.in/entries-for-special-goan-section-feature-non-feature-films-for-the-57th-iffi-2026/
