Chief Minister Pramod Sawant chaired Goa Tourism Board today proposed to regulate taxi fares at airports, railway stations, and cruise terminals to ensure uniform pricing and better services for visitors.
The Board also recommended stricter rules for rent-a-car services to improve safety and quality.
In a press statement issued, Sawant said that the meeting focused on deliberating and deciding on important matters to bolster Goa’s tourism sector. Key deliberation took place on Infrastructure development at cruise terminals, with plans to incorporate Wi-Fi, washrooms, pathways, lounges, hotels, waiting areas, faster security checks, and establishing Goa as a home port for cruise liners.
To enhance the transport services, the Board proposed regulated taxi fares at airports, railway stations, and cruise terminals, along with user-friendly service and offering uniform pricing. Stricter regulations for rent-a-car services were also recommended.
Initiatives to promote cultural tourism, such as the Ekadasha Teerth Circuit, global campaigns to counter misinformation, familiarization (FAM) tours, and targeted foreign media marketing campaigns, were discussed. A single-window clearance system for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) and weddings was proposed to attract more events to the state.
The meeting also highlighted the importance of maintaining cleanliness at beaches and tourist spots, enhancing beach safety protocols, and addressing illegal constructions at key tourist locations.
Meanwhile, State government received Rs 45.29 lakh Dividend for the year 2023-24 from GTDC.
Sawant said that the Government of Goa and the Goa Tourism Board remain committed to receiving feedback and adopting forward-looking policies to strengthen and expand the scope of tourism, ensuring Goa continues to shine as a world-class destination.
