Goa Likely to Miss October Deadline for Maritime Master Plan

17 Sep 2025 CW Team

Goa is expected to miss the October 31 deadline for submitting its maritime and waterways master plan, which covers the state’s 105 km coastline and river network. The delay is due to the project management consultant not yet being appointed. The plan is now anticipated to be completed by December, Captain of Ports Octavio Rodrigues stated at the India Maritime Week 2025 roadshow.

“We have already selected the consultant and will bring them on board within a week. Only then can we begin drafting the master plan, which is essential to secure central government funding,” Rodrigues added.

A coordination committee comprising state departments and authorities has been established to oversee the project. The master plan will focus on upgrading river transport by introducing roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) and roll-on/roll-off passenger (Ro-Pax) ferries, water taxis, and promoting the blue economy. It will also support fisheries, encourage the use of green fuels, and facilitate the development of marine fuel stations.

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