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Goa International Airport Celebrates Yatri Sewa Diwas 2025 with Engaging Passenger-Centric Activities

Tanisha Cardozo

Dabolim, 17th September 2025: Goa International Airport celebrated Yatri Sewa Diwas 2025 with a series of programmes designed to enhance passenger experience, promote community engagement, and foster awareness about health and sustainability.

The celebrations began with a traditional Tilak welcome for arriving passengers, followed by a Goan folk dance performance at the Arrival Hall, arranged in collaboration with Goa Tourism. Passengers enjoyed the cultural welcome and participated in photo opportunities at a booth featuring a life-size picture of Hon’ble PM Narendra Modi.

At the Departure Hall, health check-ups were conducted in coordination with Manipal Hospitals, allowing passengers to assess their health and seek expert advice. The Tree Plantation Drive “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam”, inaugurated by Hon’ble Shr. Nitesh Rane, Minister for Ports Development, Govt of Maharashtra, saw participation from passengers who planted trees as a lasting memory of the event.

Children passengers participated in a painting competition held at the Security Hold Area, displaying creativity and vibrancy. Artworks from Kendriya Vidyalaya-1 students were exhibited at the terminal for passengers to admire.

A career guidance program educated school students about opportunities in the aviation sector, while an eye check-up camp conducted with Victor Hospital and a blood donation camp in coordination with Govt District Hospital were well received by staff and visitors.

To amplify awareness, creative displays of the program were shown on digital boards throughout the airport. Feedback pamphlets were distributed to passengers to gather insights and continuously improve services.

The entire event was documented through photos and videos to preserve the memories of Yatri Sewa Diwas 2025 at Goa International Airport, reflecting a blend of culture, health, education, and community engagement.

Events in Goa

Goa Government to Observe ‘Seva Pakhwada’ from September 17 to October 2

Tanisha Cardozo

The Government of Goa has announced that it will observe Seva Pakhwada, a 16-day initiative from September 17 to October 2, 2025, to mark the birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This nation-wide campaign aims to promote participatory governance and amplify key development missions under the Central Government.

The Chief Minister of Goa stated that the Seva Pakhwada initiative is a platform to showcase the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 and reflect Goa’s ongoing commitment to sustainable development and public service. A variety of impactful activities will be conducted across the state during this period.

Key highlights of the campaign include cleanliness drives under the Swachh Bharat mission, tree plantation drives to promote environmental awareness, and seminars and awareness sessions aimed at familiarizing citizens with flagship government schemes. There will also be strong focus on the ‘Vocal for Local’ movement, encouraging citizens to support homegrown products, artisans, and small-scale entrepreneurs.

The campaign will also serve as a platform to reach out to people at the grassroots level, encouraging participation in government programs and celebrating India’s vision for 2047 as it moves toward becoming a developed and self-reliant nation.

The initiative aligns with national goals while maintaining a strong focus on local implementation, with the Goa Government taking proactive steps to ensure wide outreach and participation.

Citizens, institutions, and civil society members are invited to join hands during Seva Pakhwada and contribute to the cause through voluntary action, public engagement, and social service.