Goa Tourism inaugurated its pavilion at Qatar Travel Mart (QTM) 2025, reinforcing the State’s global outreach and commitment to sustainable, experience-driven tourism. Led by Hon’ble Tourism Minister Shri Rohan A. Khaunte and dignitaries from Goa and Qatar, the pavilion highlights Goa’s evolving tourism landscape and its growing focus on regenerative, community-led, and innovative visitor experiences.
Goa Tourism is set to highlight innovative, sustainable, and immersive travel experiences at the Qatar Travel & Tourism Expo 2025, positioning the state as a global leader in regenerative and future-ready tourism.
Goa’s tourism sector has recorded an impressive 6.23% overall growth in tourist arrivals from January to September 2025. Domestic arrivals rose by 5.36%, while international arrivals surged by 29.33%. Tourism Minister Rohan A. Khaunte highlighted Goa’s strides toward responsible, sustainable, and year-round tourism, driven by new policies, better regulation, and expanding global connectivity.
Goa Tourism inaugurated the 2025–26 charter flight season with the arrival of SCAT Airlines from Almaty, Kazakhstan. The festive welcome highlights Goa’s growing international connectivity and the “Goa Beyond Beaches” initiative.
At the National Tourism Ministers’ Conference held in Udaipur, Goa showcased its forward-looking tourism strategy centered on sustainability, connectivity, and community-driven growth. Hon’ble Tourism Minister Shri Rohan A. Khaunte presented key initiatives including the Mega Performance Arena in Pernem and the Lord Parshuram Statue & Museum in Canacona, marking Goa’s commitment to regenerative tourism and diversified visitor experiences.
