India, Oct. 10 -- The Government of India has issued a release:



The Indian Lighthouse Festival in Goa

Aguada Lighthouse

For generations, India's lighthouses were places people saw from a distance. Standing at the edge of the sea, they marked dangerous stretches of coast and guided vessels through darkness. Their lights belonged to sailors. Their towers belonged to the landscape.

With a coastline stretching over 11,000 km and 205 lighthouses, India is now reimagining these historic maritime guardians. Today, the lighthouse is becoming much more than a distant landmark. Its first purpose remains unchanged: helping vessels navigate safely along India's coastline. Around that enduring role, however, a ne...