To draw more tourists, Goa unveils Rs 2 crore incentive scheme for airlines; offers Rs 2L for new flight routes, cuts fuel VAT

Written on 01/17/2026

Goa government has finalized a Rs 2 crore annual incentive scheme for airlines introducing new routes and flights, offering Rs 2 lakh per new flight. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant assured the assembly that Dabolim airport will remain operational, highlighting new international routes and increased flight operations from Mopa. The state is also reducing fuel charges for carriers.