Department of Tourism Signs MoU with Gomantak Ayurved Mahavidyalaya to strengthen wellness tourism in Goa

In a significant step towards positioning Goa as a premium Wellness Tourism Hub, the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gomantak Ayurved Mahavidyalaya and Research Centre (GAMRC), Shiroda–Goa.

Key Highlights of the MoU
- Purpose: Position Goa as a premium Wellness Tourism Hub by integrating Ayurveda and Yoga into tourism offerings.
- Partnership: Signed between the Department of Tourism and GAMRC at Paryatan Bhavan, Patto, Panaji.
- Leadership Presence:
- Shri Rohan A. Khaunte – Hon’ble Minister for Tourism, Goa
- Shri Kedar Ashok Naik – Director, Department of Tourism
- Dr. Neelesh Pramod Korde – Principal, GAMRC
- Dr. Sneha Bhagwat – President, Goa Council of Ayurvedic & Allied Indian Systems of Medicine
- Other senior AYUSH and tourism officials

Planned Initiatives
- Customised Wellness Packages: Ayurveda and Yoga-based experiences tailored for domestic and international tourists.
- Marketing & Promotion: Coordinated campaigns across digital platforms and global forums.
- Infrastructure Development:
- Ayurveda and Yoga centres at tourism properties
- AYUSH information cells
- Promotional materials showcasing Goa’s wellness offerings
- Capacity Building: Training, research, and knowledge exchange to strengthen local expertise.

Official Statements
- Tourism Minister Rohan A. Khaunte:
“Wellness tourism is an important pillar of Goa’s evolving tourism narrative. This collaboration brings together traditional knowledge systems and structured tourism development, enabling Goa to offer authentic, high-quality wellness experiences while creating long-term value for local institutions and communities.”

- Tourism Director Kedar Ashok Naik:
“The signing of this MoU provides a structured framework for collaboration in wellness tourism. It will enable coordinated efforts in promotion, training, and knowledge exchange, while supporting initiatives aligned with the State’s tourism objectives.”

Impact
This partnership is expected to:
- Strengthen Goa’s identity as a global wellness destination.
- Support local communities and institutions through knowledge-sharing.
- Create structured wellness offerings that blend traditional Ayurveda with modern tourism practices.