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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Cong slams IPB nod for resort, parking lot in ESZ at Reis Magos
Panaji: Congress has opposed the Goa Investment Promotion and Facilitation Board's decision to permit Spark Healthline Pvt Ltd to set up a resort and a multi-storeyed parking lot at Reis Magos. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The party said that the land falls under an eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) as per the Regional Plan 2021. The criticism comes after govt ratified the Goa IPB's notification of a 31,280sqm land parcel as an investment promotion area. The state Congress has accused govt of going against the wishes of local residents and ignoring gram sabha resolutions passed during the previous year. 'There's no plan for the contract given to these private players. There's no transparency on how projects are getting approved and who is approving them. Govt is scamming the villagers,' said Tulio DeSouza. Congress also accused chief minister Pramod Sawant of destroying eco-sensitive zones and areas falling under the CRZ under RP 2021, making false promises to the residents about providing employment.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Consultant to assist tourism board with policies, private investment
Panaji: The tourism department plans to appoint a consultant to assist the Goa Tourism Board (GTB) with funding from the Centre and international financing agencies. The tourism department hopes that the consultant can also promote private sector investments in Goa's tourism sector. Along the lines of the consultant appointed by the Goa Investment Promotion and Facilitation Board, the tourism department will count on the consultant to provide advisory services along with monitoring support for ongoing projects. 'The consultant will help govt conduct pre-feasibility studies and track the progress of all projects being implemented in Goa for the tourism sector. This will help decide the best use of funds and also help identify underutilised or idle department assets,' said a department official. The consultant will be appointed for a five-year contract. The Goa Tourism Board is headed by chief minister Pramod Sawant, with tourism minister Rohan Khaunte serving as co-chairman. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like [Click Here] - 2025 Top Trending Search - Local network access Esseps Learn More Undo As part of the contract, the consultant will be required to conduct feasibility studies, identify and recommend new schemes and potential funding sources under which new tourism projects of the state can be undertaken. The department said the consultant will also suggest new policies, guidelines, and regulatory measures, if required, for tourist operators. Given recent claims of a drop in tourism footfalls, it is not surprising that the tourism department wants the consultant to track performance indicators — annual tourist footfall and revenue generated — and compare these with national and international tourism destinations. 'The consultant will coordinate with the Goa Investment Promotion and Facilitation Board in promoting private sector investments in Goa's tourism sector. The board requires assistance in framing investor-friendly policies that can promote investment opportunities and attract private investors to Goa. If we want to bring in new activities and businesses, we need new policies,' said a tourism department official. The department also hopes that the consultant can keep a watch on issues and concerns faced by tourists in the state. In 2014, the department decided to formulate a Tourism Master Plan and Policy along with the formation of a Goa Tourism Board to streamline the initiatives taken up for the tourism sector.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Goa Tourism Board to Hire Consultant for Enhanced Private Sector Investment and Project Monitoring
Panaji: The tourism department plans to appoint a consultant to assist the Goa Tourism Board (GTB) with funding from the Centre and international financing agencies. The tourism department hopes that the consultant can also promote private sector investments in Goa's tourism sector. Along the lines of the consultant appointed by the Goa Investment Promotion and Facilitation Board, the tourism department will count on the consultant to provide advisory services along with monitoring support for ongoing projects. 'The consultant will help go Goa's beaches are its crown jewels, drawing travelers from all over the world. From the bustling sands of Baga and Calangute to the serene shores of Palolem and Agonda, there's a beach for every vibe. The golden sands, swaying palms, and warm Arabian Sea offer a perfect escape from the daily grind. vt conduct pre-feasibility studies and track the progress of all the projects being implemented in the state for the tourism sector. This will help in deciding the best use of funds and also help identify underutilised or idle department assets,' said a department official. The consultant will be appointed for a five-year contract. The Goa Tourism Board is headed by chief minister Pramod Sawant, with tourism minister Rohan Khaunte serving as co-chairman. As part of the contract, the consultant will be required to conduct feasibility studies, identify and recommend new schemes and potential funding sources under which new tourism projects of the state can be undertaken. The department said the consultant will also suggest new policies, guidelines, and regulatory measures, if required, for tourist operators. Given the recent claims of a drop in tourism footfalls, it is not surprising that the tourism department wants the consultant to track performance indicators—annual tourist footfalls and revenue generated—and then compare it with national and other international tourism destinations. 'The consultant will coordinate with the Goa Investment Promotion and Facilitation Board in promoting private sector investments in Goa's tourism sector. The board requires assistance in framing investor-friendly policies that can promote investment opportunities and attract private investors to Goa. If we want to bring in new activities and businesses, we need new policies,' said a department official. The department also hopes that the consultant can keep a watch on issues and concerns faced by tourists in the state. In 2014, the department decided to formulate a Tourism Master Plan and Policy along with the formation of a Goa Tourism Board to streamline the initiatives taken up for the tourism sector.
