What is Goa's new airline incentive scheme?

Goa has launched a scheme with ₹2 crore annual outlay to provide financial incentives to airlines for introducing new routes and flights.

How much incentive will airlines get in Goa?

Airlines will receive ₹2 lakh for each new flight to Goa and ₹10 lakh for bringing five new flights.

How does Goa plan to improve tourism via air travel?

The state offers airline incentives, reduced aviation fuel VAT, and is developing infrastructure like a cruise terminal to attract more tourists.

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Goa Eyes Tourism Boost with New Airline Incentives

18 Jan

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Summary

Goa government allocated ₹2 crore annually for airline incentives.
Airlines get ₹2 lakh per new flight to Goa, ₹10 lakh for five.
Lower VAT on aviation fuel also offered to carriers.

Goa Eyes Tourism Boost with New Airline Incentives

The Goa government has introduced a significant airline incentive scheme, allocating an annual budget of ₹2 crore to enhance air connectivity and stimulate tourism. This program offers financial rewards to airlines for establishing new routes or increasing flight frequencies to the state. Under the scheme, carriers can receive ₹2 lakh for each new flight introduced to Goa, with a potential bonus of ₹10 lakh for bringing in five new flights.

To further support airlines, Goa has also reduced the effective cost of aviation turbine fuel by lowering the VAT rate from 18% to 15%, with the government covering the difference. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant emphasized that this policy is a crucial step for the state's tourism sector, highlighting the necessity of robust airport infrastructure. The upcoming cruise terminal at Mormugao is also expected to drive passenger traffic to the Dabolim airport.