For Goans, June 18 is a significant day because the Goa Revolution Day on the day. The beginning of Goa's emancipation from Portuguese dominion is celebrated on Goa Revolution Day, also known as "Kranti Din." Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia and Dr. Julio Menezes took the initiative to fight against Portuguese oppression and for an independent Goa on June 18, 1946.

For Goans to live better lives, have better futures, and be freed from oppression, Lohia and Menezes led the movement. Because of this, June 18 is recognised as Kranti Din, or Goa Liberation Day.