Minister Rohan Khaunte felicitates outstanding ladies innovators and entrepreneurs at Sewa Pakhwada organised by Division of Tourism and Division of Info Expertise, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C)
Porvorim, September 21, 2025: As a part of PM’s nationwide Seva Pakhwada marketing campaign, a felicitation programme was held at Socorro Panchayat Corridor, Porvorim on September 20, 2025 to honour ladies innovators and entrepreneurs contributing considerably to Goa’s welfare and inclusive progress.
The occasion, organised by the Division of Tourism and the Division of Info Expertise, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C), witnessed a big gathering of ladies coming collectively to have a good time the spirit of service and empowerment.
The occasion was graced by the Hon’ble Minister for Tourism, ITE&C and Printing and Stationary, Shri Rohan Khaunte. Different dignitaries in attendance included Director of DITE&C, Shri Kabir Shirgaonkar; Director of Tourism, Shri Kedar Naik; Managing Director, GTDC, Shri Kuldeep Arolkar; ZP Member, Penha de Franca, Smt Kavita Gupesh Naik; Sarpanch Socorro Village Panchayat, Smt Sonia S Pednekar; Sarpanch, Penha De Franca Village Panchayat, Shri Swapnil Chodankar and Panch, Salvador do Mundo, Shri Sandeep Salgaonkar.
Addressing the gathering, Hon’ble Minister Shri Rohan Khaunte mentioned, “Throughout India, this marketing campaign is bringing folks collectively, from well being camps to cleanliness drives, from consciousness programmes to livelihood initiatives, all with one aim, “Seva”, service earlier than self. Governments exist to serve the folks and Seva Pakhwada is a honest step in that path.”
“Initiatives like Goa Past Seashores purpose to take tourism past standard spots, reaching hinterlands, empowering communities, and showcasing Goa’s true variety. A key step underneath this initiative is the Homestay and Mattress & Breakfast Scheme, underneath which a grant of two lakh can be offered to 100 ladies beneficiaries.
Homestays don’t simply assist a house however they uplift complete communities.Below this scheme the three ladies who’re felicitated at the moment will obtain the grants of ₹2 lakh within the coming three days,” the Minister added.
Round 30 folks have been felicitated underneath the Seva Pakhwada program together with Drone Didis, Lakhpati Didis and girls startup entrepreneurs, acknowledging their efforts in leveraging innovation and expertise.
Excellent lifeguards, Self Assist Teams (SHGs) run CSC-VLE’s have been additionally felicitated and grants have been disbursed underneath Homestay Scheme to assist rural tourism.
The programme featured an informative presentation on Cybersecurity, showcasing the federal government’s dedication to digital literacy and in addition had a flying drone showcased by the State’s personal Drone Didis.
By recognising and supporting ladies innovators and entrepreneurs, the occasion highlighted the essential function they play in contributing to Goa’s financial progress and improvement, and reaffirmed Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s dedication to empowering ladies.
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