Operation Vijay: The Forgotten Battle for Goa Dr Venus jain
May 03, 2025•2 min
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Episode description
The Portuguese State of India was one of the longest European colonial rule in India, lasting over 450 years. From Vasco da Gama’s arrival to Salazar’s dictatorship and Operation Vijay, this video explores how India finally reclaimed Goa, Daman, and Diu in 1961.
In this video, we cover:
✅ The Portuguese Empire and its colonial rule in India
✅ How Salazar refused to give up Goa
✅ The Indian military operation (Operation Vijay) that led to Goa’s liberation
✅ The impact of Goa’s freedom movement on Indian history
Watch till the end to learn how Portugal lost its last colonies in India!
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