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Team Goemkarponn CORTALIM: Cortalim Zilla Panchayat (ZP) member Metciana Vas today launched the much-needed construction of a new road at Velwado in Queloossim. The inauguration was attended by Queloossim Sarpanch Francis Xavier Figueiredo, other panchayat members, and local residents. Speaking to the media, Vas highlighted that the road project was undertaken under ZP funds to address the long-standing issue faced by the residents. “The cost of the road is around ₹6 lakhs. This was an old road that had become completely dilapidated. Though work on this road was started long ago, several residents approached me with requests to get it…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Tourism Minister Rohan A. Khaunte stated a year-round festival calendar created last year, has sustained tourist engagement beyond the peak season and established Goa as a global cultural tourism hub. Goa’s vibrant traditions, festivals, and folklore will be showcased to the world, with São João, Chikal Kalo, Bonderam, Veerbhadra, and Shigmo emerging as flagship cultural attractions. These festivals will provide immersive experiences, enabling visitors to engage with Goa’s living heritage and dynamic community-driven tourism model. Additionally, initiatives to promote MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) tourism, wellness tourism, and eco-tourism are being actively pursued by to cater…

The recently unveiled budget of Rs. 28,163 crores aims to bolster Goa’s economy while prioritizing sustainability, tourism, and public service efficiency. This fiscal strategy reflects a balanced approach, with a significant focus on enhancing infrastructure and services to elevate the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. Key Highlights The budget breaks down into two components: a revenue expenditure of Rs. 20,299 crores and a capital expenditure of Rs. 7,863 crores. Notably, it boasts a revenue surplus of Rs. 2,403 crores, with a fiscal deficit of Rs. 2,826 crores—approximately 2.5% of Goa’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP). This positioning…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said that a total of 47 FIRs are with Special Investigation Team (SIT) Land Grab for investigation and that expert opinion from Forensic Laboratory delays speedy investigation “Special Investigation Team (SIT) was constituted for investigating the land grabbing cases on 15/06/2022. Total 47 FIRs are with SIT (LG) for investigation, out of which 25 FIRs are registered by SIT (LG) and 22 FIRs are transferred to SIT (LG) from various Police Stations, out of which 08 FIRs are Charge-sheeted,” said Sawant He further said that total 47 complaints are filed as on date…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: Tourism Minister Rohan A. Khaunte outlined key initiatives to enhance hospitality, visitor experience, and regulatory oversight, ensuring that Goa maintains its position as India’s premier travel destination. A landmark decision in this transformation is the implementation of the Tourist Information Management Enterprise (TIME), which becomes mandatory for all hotels and accommodations starting April 1, 2025. By leveraging real-time data analytics, the government will gain deep insights into visitor demographics, travel patterns, and emerging trends, allowing for strategic interventions and a seamless hospitality ecosystem. Over the last quarter of 2024 (October–December), Goa witnessed 100% occupancy rates, with flights…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The drug menace in Goa has been increasing. Goa police registered 762 drug cases from 2020 to February 28, 2025. Police have also arrested 76 people of which 137 are foreigners, 505 non Goans, and 253 Goans from 2020 till Febryary 28, 2025. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant informed that Goa being a Tourist destination, narcotic drugs are smuggled in Goa for consumption and transit. “The team of District Police, Crime Branch and ANC PS are always in the field throughout the state who are conducting raid after receiving specific information and cases are booked as per the…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Canacona Municipal Council (CMC) Councillor Shubham Komarpant had submitted memorandum to Director of DHS regarding various issues of Community Health Centre (CHC) Canacona to ensure better health services to the residents as well tourists who visits CHC Canacona. According to Komarpant, DHS Director had promised to look into the matter and do whatever is possible. In his representation to the DHS to improve health facilities in CHC Canacona, Komarpant raised the issues of Shortage of Medical Officers, Shortage of Pharmacists, Need ofregular Gynecologist, Paediatrician, ENT Specialist, Need of additional Junior Physician on Tuesday , Thursday and Saturday,…