Goa has taken a significant step forward in strengthening its international connectivity with the arrival of multiple charter flights from Russia, and upcoming services from Kazakhstan. With new routes landing at Manohar International Airport, Mopa, the state reinforces its position as a premier global travel destination.
Category: Travel
Goa Unveils Four Landmark Tourism Projects with Visionary Push Toward Sustainable Growth
In the presence of Hon’ble Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, Goa laid the foundation for four transformative tourism projects — Town Square (Porvorim), Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum (Farmagudi), PM Ekta Mall (Chimbel), and the Eco-Tourism Project (Harvalem). These initiatives signal a bold move toward sustainable, inclusive, and year-round tourism.
Goa to Spotlight Culture, Wellness & Sustainability at ITB Asia 2025
Goa Tourism is set to showcase its rich cultural heritage, biodiversity, and regenerative tourism initiatives at ITB Asia 2025 in Singapore, positioning the state as a destination for immersive and sustainable travel.
Tourism Department Honours Lifesavers After Mobor Rescue — 27 Lives Saved
In a courageous late-night operation on September 27, 2025, Drishti lifesavers and local fishermen successfully rescued 27 fishermen from a drifting trawler near Mobor beach. Despite challenging conditions, their swift action and teamwork averted a major tragedy. The Department of Tourism, Goa, honoured the heroes for their bravery and service.
GMR Goa Air Cargo Handles First-Ever NCPOR Expedition Charter to Antarctica
GMR Goa Air Cargo Logistic (GGACL) has successfully handled its first-ever expedition non-scheduled cargo charter for the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), Vasco. An IL-76 freighter, loaded with essential supplies for Antarctic research, took off from Manohar International Airport en route to Cape Town, marking a significant milestone in India’s polar logistics and air cargo operations.
