Following a storm of social media posts slamming Goa’s tourism setup – from taxis to hotels – and drawing comparisons to international destinations like Sri Lanka, the Goa government has reportedly released a statement pushing back, arguing that measuring a single Indian state against entire countries “may yield an inaccurate perspective.”
In its response, the Department of Tourism acknowledged public concern, noting recent social media debates over the state’s tourism challenges and pledging ongoing efforts to address them. The statement clarified that Goa, as a state within India, faces unique logistical constraints compared to standalone countries with larger infrastructure budgets and independent tourism policies.
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