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50% Concession for Senior Citizens Makes Goa’s Ekadasha Teertha Yatra More Accessible

Goa’s Ekadasha Teertha initiative has begun with its first one-day spiritual tour, taking 27 women across four temples. The initiative offers a 50% concession for senior citizens, making Goa’s spiritual and cultural heritage more accessible.

Business

GCCI Urges War-Footing Redevelopment of Dona Paula Jetty, Proposes Ro-Ro Ferry Link to Mormugao

A delegation from the Goa Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI) met GTDC Chairman Shri Kedar Naik, urging the speedy redevelopment of the iconic Dona Paula Jetty. The Chamber also proposed the introduction of a Roll-On/Roll-Off (Ro-Ro) ferry service connecting Dona Paula and Mormugao to boost tourism, improve connectivity, and reduce road congestion.

Travel

Goa Records 6.8% Growth in Railway Tourist Arrivals, Nearly 20 Lakh Visitors Arrive by Train in Jan-May 2026

Goa witnessed a 6.8% year-on-year rise in railway tourist arrivals during January to May 2026, with 19,87,862 travellers arriving by train compared to 18,60,568 during the same period last year. The Tourism Department said improved connectivity and year-round tourism promotion are driving the growth.

Events in Goa

Union Minister Suresh Gopi Reviews Tourism Projects During Goa Visit

Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas and Tourism, Suresh Gopi, visited Goa and reviewed key tourism initiatives, including the Porvorim Town Square project, while holding discussions with senior tourism officials.

Events in Goa

MLA Sankalp Amonkar Announces First-Ever Mormugao Summer Fest 2026 at Headland, Sada

Sankalp Amonkar, in association with Goa Tourism Development Corporation, has announced the first-ever Mormugao Summer Fest 2026 on April 25 and 26 at Headland, Sada.