Goa's 2025-26 tourism season to begin on Oct 2 with arrival of flight from Russia

Arrival of first charter marks Goa’s growing Russian connect

New services from Kazakhstan to boost foreign footfall Pernem: The first charter flight from Novosibirsk, Russia landed at the Manohar International Airport at Mopa on Thursday. Passengers were welcomed with traditional Goan cultural performances including Samayi dance, Ghodemodni, Dhangar dance, a brass band and a floral greeting, showcasing the state’s vibrant spirit and warmth. This season will witness the introduction of three new weekly fli…

Goa's 2025-26 tourism season to begin on Oct 2 with arrival of flight from Russia

Panaji, Oct 1 (PTI) Arrival of a flight from Russia carrying 120 passengers on October 2 will officially launch Goa's 2025-26 tourism season, with the government saying that positioning the state as a year-round global destination was its key focus.The flight from Novosibirsk city in Russia will arrive at the Manohar International Airport in North Goa in the early hours of Thursday.The state Tourism Department will welcome the international trav…

Goa Set to Begin Tourist Season with First International Flight from Russia

Panaji: Goa is set to mark the beginning of the new tourist season from Thursday, with the arrival of the first international flight from Novosibirsk, Russia, in the early hours at the Manohar International Airport in North Goa. State Tourism Department will be welcoming the international traveller at Manohar International Airport at 1.30 am on Thursday, a senior official said. Source