Goa Budget: Global Economic Scenario May Impact State's Service-Driven Economy, Says CM

Rs 251 crore boost for Goa sports & youth affairs

NT Reporter Porvorim Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announced an allocation of Rs251 crore for the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs in the 2026–27 state budget, with a focus on strengthening sports infrastructure and supporting athletes across the state. “Out of the Rs251 crore allocated to Sports and Youth Affairs, Rs176 crore is designated for revenue expenditure and Rs75 crore for capital expenditure,” Sawant said while presenting the bud…

Goa Budget: Global economic scenario may impact state's service-driven economy, says CM

Panaji, Mar 6 (PTI) The recent global economic scenario is expected to have a significant impact on Goa's economy, which is highly dependent on the service sector, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said on Friday while presenting the Budget for 2026-27 in the assembly.Speaking in the House, the CM said, despite the concerns, the state's economic indicators are strong, with the Gross State Domestic Product (advanced estimates) for 2026-27 projected at…

GCCI Welcomes People-Centric and Visionary Goa Budget 2026–27 - Goemkarponn

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has welcomed the Goa Budget 2026–27 presented by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant in the Goa Legislative Assembly, describing it as a people-centric, inclusive and forward-looking budget aimed at strengthening the state’s economy and improving the quality of life of citizens. Reacting to the budget, GCCI President Pratima Dhond said the budget outlines a comprehensive roadmap f…

Goa Budget 2026: ₹385 Crore Boost for Tourism as Visitor Arrivals Cross 1.08 Crore

Porvorim, 6th March 2026 – In a strong reaffirmation of the State’s commitment to tourism-led growth, Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant announced a significant allocation of ₹385 crore for the Tourism Department during the ongoing Goa Legislative Assembly Budget Session. Out of the ₹385 crore, ₹269 crore is allocated under the revenue account and ₹116 crore under capital expenditure. Source