Goa's Economic Surge: Vision 2037 and Beyond

Goa's economy is on a positive growth trajectory with a 14.94% increase in 2023-24. Governor P Ashok Gajapathi Raju highlighted strides in governance, employment, literacy, and district development. The state aims for continued advancement with Vision Document 'Viksit Goa @ 2037' amidst political challenges.

Goa's economy is experiencing robust growth, registering a 14.94% increase for 2023-24, according to figures from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. This was announced by Governor P Ashok Gajapathi Raju at the opening of the Winter Session of the state assembly.

Governor Raju, in his address, emphasized the imminent release of 'Viksit Goa @ 2037', a strategic plan aimed at transforming Goa into a developed state by 2037, in alignment with Prime Minister Modi's vision for a developed India by 2047. The Governor also praised the formation of Kushavati, Goa's third district, as a step towards decentralization and improved governance.

In a demonstration of effective administration, Goa became the first state to implement the Deen Dayal Upadhyay Grameen Kaushal Yojana 2.0, creating opportunities for rural youth. However, the assembly session was marked by political unrest as opposition members protested the lack of a statement on a recent nightclub fire tragedy.

(With inputs from agencies.)