Goa, Oct. 12 -- What began as a traditional family business nearly two centuries ago has survived changing times, tastes and celebrations to become a name recognised across Goa. Two brothers, Premdatta and Priyadatt Kavlekar are carrying forward a six-generation inheritance built on skilled hands, experience and an enduring connection to Goa's festive traditions

Manjali Naik

Ponda

In the cultural fabric of Goa, celebration is governed by a distinct sensory rhythm. It is found in the rhythmic resonance of temple drums, the glow of oil lamps along village courtyards and, above all, the brilliant bursts of light that punctuate the night sky.

In Goa, fireworks are part of almost every major celebration. They light up the sky after the ann...