Rohan Fernandes
People thronged the Panjim church to seek the blessings of Blessed Virgin Mary at the Immaculate Conception feast on Thursday.
Thousands attended church services since early morning.
Parish priest Fr Walter D’ Sa celebrated the High Mass.
The traditional brass band in attendance.
A candle and flower seller.
'Chonnekars' and 'khajekars' have been allowed to set up their stalls near the church.
The main fair has been disallowed this year due to the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the city for an event.
The Panjim church is a fine example of Portuguese-Baroque architecture.