Showcased its tourism potential an exhibitor and honored with ‘Best Coastal Spirit Showcase’ Award at TITF 2024, Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
Goa Tourism makes a grand mark at the Tashkent International Tourism Fair (TITF) 2024, held at CAEx, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from November 21 to 23. Adding to this, Goa was honoured with the prestigious ‘Best Coastal Spirit Showcase’ award, presented by Dilshad Bahadirovich, Director of the “National PR-center” SUE under the Tourism Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
The delegation was led by Rohan A. Khaunte, Minister for Tourism, Information & Technology, Electronics & Communications, and Printing and Stationery. It included Shawn Mendes, OSD to the Minister for Tourism; Deepak Narvekar, Deputy General Manager; and Anil Dalal, Manager, GTDC. The focus was to spotlight Goa’s diverse tourism offerings, ranging from its rich cultural heritage and stunning coastal landscapes to emerging hinterland and ecotourism opportunities.
During the visit, the delegation paid tribute at the Lal Bahadur Shastri Monument in Tashkent, honoring Indo-Uzbek relations and reflecting on the historical ties between the two nations. Minister Khaunte also met with Shukhrat Yadgarov, Deputy Chairman for Commerce and Tourism at Uzbekistan Airways, to discuss enhancing air connectivity and increasing flight frequency between Tashkent and Goa. Additionally, Khaunte engaged in discussions with Umid Shadiev, exploring collaborative initiatives to promote tourism, foster cultural exchange, and drive mutual economic growth for both regions.
Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, expressed his pride over winning the prestigious award, he expressed, “This prestigious recognition at TITF Tashkent marks a proud moment for Goa, highlighting our continued commitment to sustainable tourism and the promotion of the state’s vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes, and unparalleled hospitality. Goa’s rich heritage and modern appeal provide an exceptional experience for visitors, and this award further reinforces our standing as a leading global destination. As we move forward, we remain dedicated to creating meaningful, authentic experiences that not only attract tourists from around the world but also preserve the very essence of what makes Goa truly special.”
Khaunte remarked, “Goa has long been a preferred destination for its sun, sand, and sea. Post-COVID, we have broadened our focus, promoting Goa’s culture, heritage, spirituality, culinary offerings, wellness, and MICE opportunities, providing tourists with a diverse range of experiences. The introduction of scheduled flights directly connecting Goa and Uzbekistan, along with improved collaborations and connectivity, is expected to boost tourist inflow. We are now targeting new markets, with Uzbekistan being a key focus. As we promote Goa, we are also looking at initiatives like ‘Chalo India’ and ‘Dekho Apna Desh’, where we need to build up the story of not only Goa but how we can pull things together and ensure that the tourists figures that are coming in, specially from Uzbekistan.”
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