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Goa Allocates Rs 2 Crore to Boost International Charter Flights This Winter
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News18•04-10-2026, 14:15
Goa Allocates Rs 2 Crore to Boost International Charter Flights This Winter
- •Goa government earmarks Rs 2 crore to incentivize international charter flights, aiming to boost foreign tourist arrivals for the upcoming winter season.
- •Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte announced the initiative to encourage charter operators to expand flight schedules, with new connections expected from Russia, Poland, Kazakhstan, and the UK starting November.
- •Strengthening international connectivity has been a priority since April 2022, with the state collaborating with the Central government, airlines, tour operators, and the tourism industry.
- •The state is also promoting its ‘Goa Beyond Beaches’ initiative to encourage visitors to explore the hinterland, promoting longer stays and visits to villages, heritage, culture, and cuisine.
- •Goa has already commenced its 2026-27 international charter season with a flight from Yekaterinburg; Russian charter services will increase to nine times a week by mid-October, with UK and Kazakhstan connectivity to follow.
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The Goa government has allocated Rs 2 crore to incentivise international charter flights in order to boost foreign tourist arrivals for the winter season.
New and increased charter flight connections are expected to start this November from Russia, Poland, Kazakhstan, and the UK.
The 'Goa Beyond Beaches' initiative encourages visitors to explore the hinterland, promoting longer stays, village visits, and local heritage, culture, and cuisine.
