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Goa CM Pramod Sawant to Present 7th Consecutive State Budget Today

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant is set to present the state budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, marking his seventh consecutive budget presentation. The budget session begins today, with the presentation scheduled for 3:30 PM and expected to last two hours. The budget follows extensive pre-budget consultations with various industry associations and stakeholders to gather sector-specific inputs. The government aims for a participative and growth-oriented budget to accelerate Goa's economic development and ensure inclusive progress.

Key Points: Goa Budget 2026-27: CM Pramod Sawant's 7th Presentation

  • Seventh budget presentation by CM
  • Focus on HR & infrastructure development
  • Pre-budget consultations with industries
  • Aiming for inclusive economic progress
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Goa CM Pramod Sawant set to present state budget for seventh time

Goa CM Pramod Sawant presents the 2026-27 state budget, focusing on HR, infrastructure, and inclusive growth after stakeholder consultations.

"There are a lot of things for the development and welfare of the people of the state. - Pramod Sawant"

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,: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant will present the budget for the year 2026-2027 on Friday, the first day of the budget session of the Goa legislative assembly. This is the seventh time he will be presenting the budget.

He said there are a lot of things for the development and welfare of the people of Goa. The budget will presentation will start at 3:30 PM on Friday, and it will last approximately two hours. There are a lot of things we are going to do for Human Resource development and infrastructure development in the budget.

Speaking to ANI, Sawant said, "Today, the budget session of the Goa Assembly is going to start, and I will be presenting the state budget on the first day of the session, for the seventh time. There are a lot of things for the development and welfare of the people of the state."

Sawant chaired Pre-Budget Consultation Meetings on 28 February ahead of the Goa State Budget 2026-27 with a wide cross-section of stakeholders and industry bodies.

According to the release, Chief Minister Sawant interacted with representatives of Solar Association, Barge Owners Association, CA & CS Associations, Goa Union of Journalists, GCCI, LUB, Verna Industries, GSIA, BNI, Goa Pharma Association, GTA & ASSOCHAM; TTAG, Liquor, Restaurant, Cashew & Event Management Associations; as well as CREDAI, Petrol Pump and Mining Associations.

Sawant informed that valuable suggestions and sector-specific inputs were received to strengthen ease of doing business, boost tourism, support MSMEs, promote green energy, and generate employment opportunities.

The Chief Minister further affirmed that the Government remains committed to a participative, growth-oriented, and people-centric Budget that accelerates Goa's economic development while ensuring inclusive progress.

Earlier, on 21 February, the CM distributed appointment offer letters to the children of freedom fighters and to candidates selected for the posts of Assistant State Tax Officer and State Tax Inspector.

- ANI

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Shreya B
As a small business owner in Margao, I'm glad they met with GCCI and MSME associations. Ease of doing business is crucial. Waiting to see if there are actual tax benefits or simplified processes announced. 🤞
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David E
Visiting Goa often from the UK, the focus on green energy and sustainable tourism is a welcome step. Hope the budget allocates funds to preserve Goa's beautiful beaches and villages while developing infrastructure.
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Priyanka N
Human Resource development is key! We need more skill-based training institutes in Goa itself so our youth don't have to migrate to Pune or Bangalore for good jobs. The appointment letters for freedom fighters' children is a noble gesture.
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Aman W
With all respect to the CM's experience, after seven budgets, can we see a concrete report card on past promises? How much of the last budget's allocations for water supply and waste management were actually implemented? Action speaks louder than presentations.
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Meera T
Including the Solar Association is a smart move. Goa gets so much sun! Hope there are subsidies for residential solar panels. It would help with electricity bills and is good for the environment. 🌞

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