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Travel

Goa Showcases Regenerative and Future-Ready Tourism at Qatar Travel & Tourism Expo 2025

Tanisha Cardozo

Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Travel Desk

Goa Tourism is set to take center stage at the Qatar Travel & Tourism Expo 2025, scheduled from 24th to 26th November, presenting the state as a leader in regenerative and future-ready tourism. The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, will use this international platform to showcase a refreshed tourism identity shaped by innovative experiences, enhanced services, and emerging global trends.

The Hon’ble Minister for Tourism, Shri Rohan A. Khaunte, emphasized Goa’s commitment to blending responsible development with luxury travel experiences. He noted that participation in the Expo will enable Goa to highlight its diverse offerings—from wellness and nature-based experiences to cinematic exposure and dynamic nightlife—while engaging with global industry leaders to strengthen its presence in key international markets.

Shri Kedar Naik, Director of Tourism, added that the Expo provides a crucial opportunity to promote Goa’s expanding tourism services and contemporary travel experiences. The delegation aims to highlight improvements in tourism infrastructure, foster international partnerships, and position Goa as a destination that offers both quality and authenticity.

Goa will spotlight a diversified tourism portfolio, including emerging trends such as nocto tourism, which curates safe and vibrant nightlife zones featuring music, culture, and local gastronomy. Film and screen tourism will also be showcased, emphasizing Goa’s appearances in films, OTT series, and international productions. Additionally, calmcations—focused on wellness, Ayurveda retreats, and tranquil nature getaways—will underscore Goa’s appeal to travelers seeking rest and rejuvenation.

The Expo will also highlight enhancements in visitor infrastructure, digital tourism services, heritage precinct development, water-based tourism, hinterland experiences, adventure activities, and community-led tourism initiatives. These efforts reflect Goa’s broader focus on regenerative tourism, ensuring that tourism growth benefits local communities while safeguarding cultural and natural heritage.

Goa Tourism’s participation at the Qatar Travel & Tourism Expo 2025 marks a significant step in global outreach, showcasing the state as a destination that combines sustainability, innovation, and cultural vibrancy. By engaging with travel partners, industry stakeholders, and international visitors, Goa reaffirms its commitment to delivering enriching, memorable, and future-ready travel experiences.

Business

Maharashtra Government Permits Shops and Establishments to Operate 24×7

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In a significant policy shift, the Maharashtra government has officially allowed shops and commercial establishments to remain open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

This landmark decision is aimed at strengthening the retail sector, boosting the state’s economy, and creating more opportunities for both entrepreneurs and workers. It also aligns Maharashtra with global cities that already embrace a 24×7 business culture.

According to the government, the move will:

  • Boost retail and service sector growth by enabling businesses to serve more customers.
  • Generate employment opportunities, especially in the hospitality, retail, and services industries.
  • Provide greater consumer convenience, particularly for professionals and night-shift workers.
  • Enhance tourism and nightlife, making Maharashtra more attractive to visitors.

While the decision has been widely welcomed by the business community, experts highlight the importance of ensuring safety measures, proper staffing, and labor rights as the state transitions into a 24×7 economy.

This progressive step is expected to transform Maharashtra’s economic and social landscape, offering a new era of flexibility and growth.