The Goa Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI) has submitted its Pre-Budget Memorandum for the Union Budget 2026-27, outlining major recommendations to simplify India’s tax framework, reduce compliance burden, strengthen ease of doing business, and incentivise innovation, MSMEs and corporate restructuring. The proposals focus on rationalised tax structures, streamlined TDS/TCS, faster refunds, MSME support, dispute reduction, and improved income-tax return design.
The Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) held its 117th Annual General Meeting on June 28, 2025, marking a historic transition of leadership as Mrs. Pratima Dhond became the first woman president in the organization's 117-year history. The event, held at Taj Cidade de Goa, was graced by Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant, Industries Minister Mauvin Godinho, and featured a keynote by industrialist Mr. Sanjay Kirloskar.
In a landmark moment for Goa’s business community, Ms. Pratima Gaurish Dhond has been elected as the first-ever woman President of the Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry in its 117-year history. She will officially take charge on July 1, 2025, succeeding Mr. Shrinivas Dempo.
