Shripad Yesso Naik, Union Minister of State for Power presented the Chanakya Award 2024 for Most Impactful Tourism Corporation to GTDC. The award was accepted by Deepak Narvekar, Deputy General Manager (Marketing), on behalf of GTDC.
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The Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) has been honoured with the Chanakya Award 2024 in the category of Most Impactful Tourism Corporation by the Public Relations Council of India (PRCI).
Shripad Yesso Naik, Union Minister of State for Power and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, presented the award to GTDC. The award was accepted by Deepak Narvekar, Deputy General Manager (Marketing) at GTDC, during the PRCI’s 18th Global Communication Conclave held at Moti Mahal in Mangaluru.
The ceremony was attended by Sweezel Maria Furtado, Miss Global India 2024, M B Jayaram, Founder Chairman Emeritus of PRCI, and Geetha Shankar, National President of PRCI.
Dr Ganesh Gaonkar, MLA of Sanvordem and Chairman of GTDC, said, “This recognition strengthens our commitment to providing unforgettable holidays for tourists. We offer comfortable accommodations at prime residencies, along with exciting new tourism services. These include adventure activities like river rafting, bungee jumping, scuba diving, and trekking, as well as convenient travel options like hop-on hop-off buses and Goa Miles services. We are dedicated to enhancing the visitor experience and pushing the boundaries of tourism in Goa, ensuring that every initiative contributes to the sustainable growth of the state.”
Suneel Anchipaka, IAS, Director of Tourism and Managing Director of GTDC, said, “This award recognises our efforts to transform Goa’s tourism with innovative and environmentally responsible initiatives. GTDC is committed to offering memorable holidays for all by providing affordable accommodations through our GTDC residencies, along with a wide range of exciting services. From adventure activities to convenient travel options, our goal is to offer comfort and value, making Goa a top destination for all types of travellers.”
Deepak Narvekar, Deputy General Manager (Marketing) at GTDC, added, “This achievement would not have been possible without the unwavering support of Rohan Khaunte, Minister for Tourism, and Dr Ganesh Gaonkar, Chairman of GTDC.”
