Mangaluru, Nov 11, 2026: The first World Konkani Music Convention, organised by Mandd Sobhann at Town Hall in Mangaluru, has successfully completed 200 hours of continuous singing, marking a significant milestone in its ambitious musical journey.
The 200-hour milestone was achieved with a special performance by the team from Kundapur’s Rosary Credit Co-operative Society. So far, a total of 4,798 singers have performed 3,055 songs on the stage.
The achievement was celebrated under the leadership of Mandd Sobhann president Louis J. Pinto. Organisers, volunteers and music lovers marked the occasion with a brass band performance and fireworks.
Several prominent personalities, cultural enthusiasts and hundreds of music lovers gathered at Town Hall to congratulate the participating teams. Noted Tulu theatre and film personality Vijay Kumar Kodyalbail was among those present to witness the milestone and encourage the performers.
Having completed 200 hours, the continuous singing marathon has now entered a crucial phase, with its sights set on the target of 300 hours. With the support of the global Konkani community, Mandd Sobhann aims to create a new world record for the longest continuous singing marathon involving multiple singers.
The historic event, spanning 12 days, 12 hours and 12 minutes, will conclude with a grand finale at Town Hall on Sunday, November 15, at 5 pm.
Music lovers and members of the Konkani community from across the world are expected to attend the closing ceremony and witness this landmark cultural achievement.