Hon’ble Tourism Minister and Porvorim MLA Shri Rohan A. Khaunte today conducted a comprehensive review of the ongoing Porvorim Town Square project along with GTDC engineers, consultants and officials from various government departments, including the Public Works Department (PWD), Traffic and Police departments.
The review meeting focused on expediting the remaining works, resolving operational requirements and ensuring that all essential facilities are in place before the project is opened to the public.
Hon’ble Tourism Minister & Porvorim MLA Shri Rohan A. Khaunte said, “Porvorim Town Square is a vision to create a vibrant public space that brings people together and strengthens the spirit of community living. We want to create a destination where people of all age groups can come together, interact and spend quality time. With the support of the Central Government, the guidance of our Hon’ble Chief Minister and the collective efforts of the double-engine government and all concerned departments, we are committed to completing this dream project and inaugurating it by the year-end. Town Square will also reflect Goa’s vision of promoting tourism beyond beaches, showcasing the state’s growing infrastructure and unique public spaces. It will be a landmark development for Porvorim and a legacy that our people will cherish for generations to come.”
During the review meeting, officials from all concerned government departments, including GTDC, PWD, Traffic and Police, were instructed to adhere strictly to the timelines assigned for their respective works. Emphasising the need for close coordination and timely execution, it was directed that no lapses or delays should occur at any stage of the project. The progress will be closely monitored through regular review meetings to ensure that all works are completed within the stipulated timeframe, with the inauguration targeted by the end of the year.
Highlighting the development journey of Porvorim, Shri Khaunte reiterated that the constituency has witnessed significant improvements in infrastructure and public amenities since 2012, including developments in water supply, electricity and community spaces. He expressed confidence that Town Square would become another landmark in this journey, creating a legacy for Porvorim. Once completed, the project is expected to adda distinctive attraction to Goa’s tourism landscape.