Goa’s tourism industry has registered notable growth as the State ushers in the 2025–26 tourism season. Addressing the media, Goa Tourism Minister, Rohan Khaunte, said that Goa recorded an overall increase of 6.23% in tourist arrivals between January and September 2025, compared to the same period last year.

Domestic arrivals rose by 5.36%, from 69,24,938 in 2024 to 72,96,068 in 2025, while international arrivals surged by 29.33%, from 2,59,820 to 3,36,031.

“Tourism continues to contribute around 16.43% to Goa’s GDP and generates 40–45% of direct and indirect employment opportunities,” Khaunte said. He further noted that, for the first time, the State has seen growth during the monsoon months, reflecting the success of initiatives designed to promote year-round tourism.

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