Goa Gazette, No. 2526-31, 30 October 2025

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Reg. No. RNP/GOA/32/2024-2026

RNI No. GOAENG/2002/6410

Panaji, ³⁰th October, ²⁰²⁵ (Kartika ⁸, ¹⁹⁴⁷) SERIES I No. 31

PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY

Note: There is a Supplement and an Extraordinary issue to the Official Gazette, Series I No. 30 dated 23-10-2025 as follows:-

1. Supplement dated 23-10-2025 from pages 1689 to 1692 regarding the Goa Comunidade Land Development and Regulation

(First Amendment) Rules, 2025 from Department of Revenue.

2. Extraordinary dated 24-10-2025 from pages 1693 to 1712 regarding various Acts from Department of Law.

INDEX

Department Type

Subject Page No

1 2

3 4

1.    Fisheries             Not.- DF/OFFS/LANDING CENTR        Notification of Private Fish Landing      1713
                            E-LAND POINTS/2025-26              Centre
2.    Goa Gazetteer &       Ord.- 1/6/2025/GGHR-274            Final post-wise sanctioned strength       1714
      Historical Records
3.    Industries            Not.- 10/08/2025-IND/239           Mukhyamantri Swayam Rojgar Yojana         1715
                                                               (MSRY)
4.    Mines                 Not.- 04/103/2025/Technical/Mines/ Amendment to the Goa Mineral Policy,      1723
                            2080                               2013
5.    Tourism               Not.- 3/9(33)Hometsay/Part II/2022- Homestay and Bed & Breakfast Scheme,     1723
                            DT/3996                            2025
6.    Transport             Not.- D.Tpt/EST/3185/2024/2976     Draft Rules-The Goa Motor Vehicles        1735
                                                               (Amendment) Rules, 2025.
7.    Urban Development     Corr.- 10/930/DMA/Amendment of     Corrigendum                               1737
                            G.M.A./2022/Part/2656

GOVERNMENT OF GOA

Department of Fisheries

Directorate of Fisheries

Notification

DF/OFFS/LANDING CENTRE-LAND POINTS/2025-26 Date : 22-Oct-2025 Whereas, Department vide Notification No. DF/OFFS/NOC. Mobrar/107/1.MR/2020-21 published in Official Gazette, Series I No. 26 dated 24-09-2020 has notified policy on "Notification of Private Fish Landing Centres in the State". The partial modification to the said policy is made vide Notification Suggestions are welcomed on e-mail: [email protected] 1713OFFICIAL GAZETTE — GOVT. OF GOA SERIES I No. 31 30TH OCTOBER, 2025 No. DF/OFFS/NOC/PVT. FISH-LAND. CENTRE/2023-24 published in Official Gazette, Series I No. 15 dated 13-07-2023.

Accordingly, the Government hereby notifies, the following areas as private fish landing centre in the State of Goa.

By order and in the name of Governor of Goa.

Dr. Shamila Monteiro, Director of Fisheries/ex officio Joint Secretary (Fisheries).

Panaji.

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Department of Goa Gazetteer & Historical Records

Order

1/6/2025/GGHR-274 Date : 22-Oct-2025

Read: Order No. 1/6/2023-24/GAZ-844 dated 15-12-2023

In suppression to the order mentioned in the preamble, sanction of the Government is hereby accorded for the approval of the final post-wise sanctioned strength for the following posts in the Department of Goa Gazetteer and Historical Records:

This issues with the approval of the Administrative Reforms Department vide U.O. No. 2972/F dated 08-07-2023. The same has been approved by the Personnel Department vide U.O. No. 4801/F dated 26-08-2023 and Finance Department vide U.O. No. 6171/F dated 14-10-2023. This is with the approval of the Council of Minister in its XXXVth Meeting held on 15-11-2023.

This is issued with the approval of the Government vide U.O. No. 4905 dated 12-10-2025.

By order and in the name of the Governor of Goa

Dr. Balaji S Shenvy, Executive Editor, & ex officio Joint Secretary.

Miramar.

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Department of Industries

Notification

10/08/2025-IND/239 Date : 21-Oct-2025

The Government of Goa is pleased to frame "Mukhyamantri Swayam Rojgar Yojana (MSRY)" to align with Goa's vision of becoming a self-reliant and innovation-driven State; to create a State-wide entrepreneurial culture through education and community outreach; to build a pool of trained faculty mentors in the education and skilling sectors, capacity building and mentoring activities so as to nurture students to take up entrepreneurship as careers.

1. Short title & commencement:

1.1 The Scheme shall be named as "Mukhyamantri Swayam Rojgar Yojana (MSRY)".

1.2 The Mukhyamantri Swayam Rojgar Yojana (MSRY) shall commence with effect from the date of its notification in the Official Gazette. The program is envisioned as a flagship intervention of the Government of Goa aimed at nurturing entrepreneurship and start-up ecosystems through an integrated education-to-enterprise model. The scheme will span five years (FY 2025-26 to FY 2030-31), with periodic evaluations and flexibility for mid-course corrections based on outcomes and stakeholder feedback.

2. Objectives:

2.1 To align with Goa's vision of becoming a self-reliant and innovation-driven State.

2.2 To create a State-wide entrepreneurial culture through education and community outreach.

2.3 To build a pool of trained Faculty Mentors in the education and skilling sectors by 2030, capable of nurturing students to take up entrepreneurship as a career.

2.4 To institutionalize entrepreneurship through milestone-based calendar activities across educational institutions/skilling centres.

2.5 To sensitize students annually on entrepreneurship, start-ups, and Government Schemes.

2.6 To identify and promote entrepreneurial talent.

2.7 To develop a State-wide dashboard with real-time data on participants, mentors, start-up ideas, incubation activities, and project profiles.

2.8 To establish Goa as a Model Entrepreneurial State.

3. Roles & Responsibilities:

3.1 Monitoring Agency (MA):

3.1.1 The Directorate of Industries, Trade & Commerce shall be managing and monitoring the scheme, providing the following support:

a. Ensure there is proper co-ordination among the implementing agencies and all other stakeholders associated with the scheme.

b. Ensure that the implementing agencies are supported and provided with required infrastructure, funding, and other administrative support required for smooth operation of the scheme.

c. Make estimates annually and provide financial support by making provisions in the annual budget.

d. Monitor the operations and outcomes of the implementing agencies and advise on any changes for further improvement.

3.2 Implementing Agency (IA):

3.2.1 EDC Ltd. (EDC) shall be the implementing agency responsible for the on-ground execution of MSRY, and its role shall be as under:

a. Co-ordinate with the Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce (DITC) on all matters related to successful implementation of the scheme.

b. Liaise with the line Departments.

c. Make available venue, logistics arrangements, and administrative support for training programs conducted at EDC House.

d. Release funds based on approved budgets and ensure financial compliance.

e. Nominate a dedicated officer to co-ordinate with all stakeholders.

f. Monitor activity outcomes and submit yearly implementation reports to DITC.

3.3 Training Partner (TP):

3.3.1 The Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), a national resource institution, shall be the Training Partner, entrusted with the following activities:

a. Design and deliver the Four-Step Faculty Mentor Development Program (FMDP).

b. Conduct one-day Sensitization Workshops for about 300 faculty and officials annually.

c. Organize six-day Residential FMDPs at EDII Ahmedabad for about 200 faculty per year.

d. Facilitate six-month to one-year post-training mentoring support with milestone-based academic activities.

e. Conduct five-day Advanced FMDPs in Goa on incubation, impact assessment, and fund raising.

f. Curate and disseminate project profiles on emerging start-up opportunities.

g. Develop and maintain the MSRY Digital Dashboard.

h. EDII will conduct a series of half-day Entrepreneurship Awareness Programs across Goa. These programs will be held at schools, colleges, community halls, Ravindra Bhavans, and similar venues, focusing on entrepreneurship sensitization, guidance on schemes, and grassroots outreach to youth, women, and marginalized communities.

3.4 Line Departments:

3.4.1. The following offices shall be the line departments and stakeholders of the scheme:

a. Directorate of Education (DoE),

b. Directorate of Higher Education (DHE),

c. Directorate of Technical Education (DTE),

d. Directorate of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (DSDE).

3.4.2 All the line departments shall ensure institutional participation, and align MSRY activities to nurture and promote entrepreneurship at schools/colleges/institutional level.

3.4.3 Each line department shall have a dedicated Entrepreneurship Cell (EC) headed by an Entrepreneurship Nodal Officer (ENO) to ensure effective communication with EDC and EDII.

4. Target Groups:

4.1 Faculty from schools, ITIs, polytechnics, colleges, and other institutions as recommended by the line departments.

4.2 Students from educational and skilling institutions across Goa.

4.3 Aspiring Entrepreneurs and early-stage start-up founders.

4.4 Government officials and functionaries involved in education, skilling, and entrepreneurship working in various departments/agencies.

4.5 Any other institution to be included could be decided by the implementing agency after approval from the State-Level Steering Committee (SLSC) under this scheme. EDC and DITC may also recommend other interested participants from other institutions/departments/agencies.

5. Activities to be covered under the scheme:

5.1 Capacity Building and Faculty Development Initiatives on Entrepreneurship shall be conducted as follows:

5.2 Step 1– One-day Sensitization Workshops at Goa for faculty members and officials from all line departments, including other government agencies, with a batch size of about 50 each. These workshops shall introduce the Scheme, the MSRY vision, and the roles of faculty mentors who will be involved.

5.3 Step 2– Six-day Faculty Mentor Development Program (FMDP) at EDII Ahmedabad for faculty members and officials from all line departments, including other Government agencies, with a batch size of about 30–35. The program will cover entrepreneurial mindset, policy landscape, ideation, business planning, teaching pedagogies, incubation models, legal compliance, funding avenues, and student mentoring. Exposure visits to EDII incubators, and startups will be included. Training on preparation of action plans and orientation on the portal registration process shall be covered.

5.4 Step 3– Post-Training Mentoring & Handholding which will include six-month to one-year support for faculty members who have undergone training. EDII will conduct virtual refresher sessions and expert-led webinars. Trained faculty members will be expected to organize workshops, ideation sessions, and business plan competitions.

5.5 Step 4– Five-day Advanced FMDP (AFMDP) in Goa for faculty members who have completed the six-day FMDP at Ahmedabad, along with the post-training mentoring and handholding. The participants will undergo the five-day Advanced FMDP in Goa. This program is designed for faculty members and officials from all line departments, including other Government agencies, with a batch size of about 30–35 each. This program will focus on incubation, acceleration, and impact assessment. Sessions on funding strategies, the startup lifecycle, investor pitching, and industry–academia collaboration shall be included. The program shall feature presentation of institutional action plans, sharing of best practices, and review of entrepreneurial initiatives.

6. Implementation Process:

6.1 The scheme will encompass entrepreneurial education to students, faculty, and staff members in schools, colleges/institutions, under the line departments mentioned in the scheme.

6.2 Each of the line departments shall set up an Entrepreneurship Cell (EC), and appoint an Entrepreneurship Nodal Officer (ENO) designated to manage the same.

6.3 The ENO shall request Principal/Head of the Institution of the schools/colleges/institutions under the control of their respective Directorates to form an Entrepreneurship and Startup Development Cell (ESDC) in their respective schools/colleges/institutions.

6.4 Each ESDC shall be headed by an ESDC-In-charge (Nominated Faculty) along with other supporting faculty/staff to co-ordinate Entrepreneurship and Startup Development activities within their schools/colleges/institutions.

6.5 The Principal of the school/college/institution shall nominate the faculty/staff from the ESDC for the training programs being conducted by EDII. Such nominations shall be forwarded to the ENO of the Entrepreneurship Cell (EC) of the respective Directorates. The details shall be forwarded as per Annexure A (Each nomination separately).

6.6 The ENO shall compile the list of all the faculties to be trained from their respective schools/colleges/institutions under their Directorates and forward the same to EDII-Goa Centre for consideration of training to be imparted and further association under the MSRY Scheme. This information shall be forwarded as per Annexure B (along with Annexure A as well).

6.7 EDII-Goa Centre will process the application received and initiate the Capacity Building and Faculty Development Initiatives on Entrepreneurship as detailed at clause 5 above.

7. Other Outreach, Engagement, and Resource Support initiatives:

7.1 Entrepreneurship Awareness Programs under MSRY by the training partner by creating awareness about entrepreneurship among students/youth/parents, etc, through programs conducted across schools, ITIs, Polytechnics, colleges, community halls, and auditoriums.

7.2 Conducting half-day sessions on entrepreneurship, Government support schemes, and success stories.

7.3 Conducting 3-day EDP on Entrepreneurship and 6-day Advanced EDP for students and other local participants.

7.4 Focus on promoting entrepreneurship, inclusion, and local opportunity development.

7.5 Development of Project Profiles and Idea Bank by the training partner including annual development of 100 project profiles across various sectors hosted on the dashboard and disseminated during workshops.

7.6 Support by EDII-trained mentors and Digital Library access.

7.7 Development of Portal and Integration with Dashboard by the training partner including providing comprehensive data on trained faculty members and students, hosting project profiles, training modules, and key program outcomes and ensuring seamless integration for real-time tracking and reporting.

7.8 Other initiatives like MSRY Talent Hunt – School, Taluka, and State Level Events; or exhibitions/publicity, etc., or any other entrepreneurial-related activities.

8. Procedure to Release Funds:

8.1 Directorate of Industries, Trade & Commerce shall provide financial support for all activities under the scheme.

8.2 The expenditure towards the scheme shall be debited to the following budget head:

2851 — Village and Small Industries;

00 — ;

105 — Khadi and Village Industries;

03 — Mukhyamantri Swayam Rozgar;

00 — General;

50 — Other Charges.

8.3 These funds shall be released to EDC as per the requirements from time to time to proceed with the implementation of the scheme.

8.4 EDC shall forward the proposal for implementation and requisition of funds submitted by EDII to Directorate of Industries, Trade & Commerce for approval.

8.5 Directorate of Industries, Trade & Commerce, after obtaining necessary approvals, shall release the funds to EDC.

8.6 EDII shall submit its bills on a monthly/quarterly basis to EDC on completion of the approved programs. TDS and any other recoveries shall be as applicable from time to time.

8.7 EDC shall submit the annual report and Funds Utilization Certificate under this scheme to the Directorate of Industries, Trade & Commerce at the end of every financial year.

8.8 EDC shall deduct 10% of the amount spent under the MSRY scheme towards its Manpower and Administrative expenses.

9. Monitoring & Evaluation:

9.1 MSRY Digital Dashboard shall be maintained to capture training attendance, milestone activity progress, mentor performance, student engagement, and other outcomes.

9.2 The data captured on the dashboard will be developed and managed by the training partner and made available to stakeholders as per the requirements.

9.3 Annual Reports of all the activities carried out during the period shall be made available by the training partner.

9.4 Periodic meetings to be held with stakeholders to apprise of the progress and way forward.

10. State-Level Steering Committee:

10.1 The State-Level Steering Committee (SLSC) will include the following members:

a. Director, Directorate of Industries, Trade & Commerce, or their representative, as Chairman.

b. Joint Secretary (Finance) or their representative as member.

c. Under Secretary (Industries) or their representative as member.

d. Director, Directorate of Higher Education, or their representative, as member.

e. Director, Directorate of Technical Education, or their representative, as member.

f. Director, Directorate of Education, or their representative, as member.

g. Director, Directorate of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, or their representative, as member.

h. Managing Director, EDC Ltd., or their representative as Member Secretary.

i. In charge, EDII Goa, or their representative, as member.

j. Any other special invitee as decided by the Chairman.

10.2 The State-Level Steering Committee (SLSC) shall meet periodically to review the progress of the implementation of MSRY scheme. The terms of reference of the SLSC shall be as follows:

a. Review Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and milestone achievements.

b. Recommend provision to be made in the budget annually.

c. Take policy-level decisions on scaling and replication of initiatives.

d. Discuss and approve any other entrepreneurial interventions beneficial to the State.

e. Decide on all matters related to successful implementation of this scheme.

11. Relaxation/Interpretation/Removal of Difficulties:

11.1 Any difficulty or ambiguity in the execution or interpretation of the provisions under the MSRY Scheme shall be resolved by the SLSC.

11.2 SLSC shall have the right to interpret the scheme in consultation with implementing partners.

11.3 Government shall allow relaxations or amendments deemed essential for successful implementation on recommendation of the SLSC and issue clarifications on operational guidelines as and when required.

12. General:

12.1 The financial support towards each activity as proposed in the Scheme shall be approved by EDC and submitted to the DITC.

12.2 The six-day Faculty Mentor Development Program (FMDP) at the EDII Ahmedabad campus shall include training materials, a training kit, lodging, and boarding. However, travel expenses of faculty members (to and from Goa to Ahmedabad) are not covered under the Scheme.

12.3 The Scheme shall provide Faculty members and students access to the e-library, reference materials, etc, as available.

This has been issued with concurrence of the Finance (Expenditure) Department vide U.O. No. 14000117746 dated 22-09-2025 and U.O. No. 14000118669 dated 10-10-2025.

By order and in the name of the Governor of Goa.

Amalia O. F. Pinto, Under Secretary (Industries).

Porvorim.

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ANNEXURE A

Faculty details under MSRY Scheme

[to be submitted by the Principal/Head of the Institutions to the Entrepreneurship Cell (EC) of the concerned Directorates]

Faculty Profile Profile Photo:

•  Name                                     :
• Faculty/Employee Code                     :
•  Designation                              :
•  Gender                                   :
•  Date of Birth                            :
•  Qualifications                           :
•  Discipline                               :

•  Email id                                 :
• Mobile Number                             :
•  Institute Name & Address                 :
•  Institute Email id and Phone Number      :
•  Institute Taluka & Constituency          :
•  District                                 :

Name & Signature of the Faculty

Name & Signature of the Principal/Head of the Institution

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ANNEXURE B

Total Nominations submitted by___________________________

(to be submitted by the Nodal Officer of Entrepreneurship Cell of the concerned Directorates)

Name of the Faculty Code of the Institute Name of the College Sl. No

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Department of Mines

Directorate of Mines and Geology

Notification

04/103/2025/Technical/Mines/2080 Date : 03-Oct-2025

In exercise of the powers conferred by clause 19.1 of the Goa Mineral Policy, 2013 and all other powers enabling it in this behalf, the Government of Goa hereby makes the following amendments to the Goa Mineral Policy, 2013, namely:—

1. Amendment of clause 11.— In clause 11 of the Goa Mineral Policy, 2013, in sub-topic "TRADING", for the words and expression "No transportation of either Lumps or Fines on the public road for the period 7th June till 02nd September except for utilization as captive/domestic consumption within the State.", the words and expression "No transportation of ore on the public roads during monsoon season for such period with such conditions as may be decided by the Government from time to time, except for utilization as captive/domestic consumption." shall be substituted.

2. Amendment of clause 11.— In clause 11 of the Goa Mineral Policy, 2013, in sub-topic "TRADING", for the words and expression "The above restriction is also applicable to out of State ore transported on public roads within the State.", the words and expression "The above restriction is also applicable to out of State ore transported on public roads within the State except for captive/domestic consumption/end user in other State." shall be substituted.

By order and in the name of the Governor of Goa.

Narayan Gad, Director & ex officio Joint Secretary, Mines & Geology.

Panaji.

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Department of Tourism

Notification

3/9(33)Hometsay/Part II/2022-DT/3996 Date : 23-Oct-2025 Government of Goa is hereby please to notify the "Homestay and Bed & Breakfast Scheme 2025" effective from date of notification and valid for five (5) years unless extended in order to standardize services to the tourist through Homestay and B&B's also to supplement the availability of accommodation option of the State.

1. Definitions

GoG or Government : State Government of Goa.

DOT : Department of Tourism, Government of Goa shall be responsible for the

implementation of the scheme.

MOT Ministry of Tourism.

GOI Government of India.

Homestay : The classification for Homestay Establishment will be given only in those cases where the owner/promoter of the establishment along with his/her family is physically residing in the same establishment and letting out minimum one room and maximum six rooms (12 beds).

Bed and Breakfast (B&B) : The Classification for Bed & Breakfast Establishment will be given only in those cases where the owner/promoter of the establishment does not reside at the establishment himself/herself, but an agent or operator, so designated by him/her resides in the establishment premises for providing the necessary services to the visitors/guest. The establishment would have a minimum of 1 lettable room and a maximum 6 lettable rooms (12 beds).

Owner

: The owner is someone who legally owns a homestay/B&B

establishment.

Lettable room : Lettable room is a room in a homestay that is equipped with all the

necessary facilities specified in this Scheme.

2. Background

Goa is a renowned tourist destination in the world, owing to its picturesque territory ensconced between the fertile coastal strip of the Arabian Sea and the breathtaking mountain ranges of the Western Ghats. Due to its natural setting, the state is bestowed with scenic beauty, lush green surroundings, splendid mountains, pristine rivers, and enchanting beaches. With over 104 km. of vast coastline and six major rivers, the landscape of Goa is very diverse, ranging from sandy seafronts to lush green hinterlands, from estuaries to mangrove fringed creeks, from river islands to traditional Khazan lands. Goa's rural landscape complimented by its colonial heritage, gives the state an inherent cultural strength, making it an ideal homestay destination.

Goa has recently developed the tourism master plan and policy, which focuses on reinventing itself as a year-round responsible tourism destination. Also, as part of the strategy Goa also wishes to showcase its pristine hinterlands, backwaters, and rich biodiversity of the western ghats along with its already world- renowned beaches. Goa is revered as the most preferred beach destination among Indians, and it is one of the most popular Indian destinations among international tourists. Goa witnessed around 8.4 million Domestic Tourists and nearly a million Foreign Tourists in the year 2023.

In addition to the strong dynamism and vibrance that Goan coastline exhibits, the hinterland of the state equally boasts a state of perpetual calmness and rich authenticity. In addition, the influence of Portuguese colonization is evident in the Heritage Houses with Indo-Portuguese architecture. Homestays and B&Bs are realized as the best tools to harness the tourism potential of the hinterlands of the state. The Government of Goa is keen to develop, promote and regulate homestays and B&Bs in the state. Hence, the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa has come up with the "Homestay and B&B Scheme, 2025" to standardize services to the tourists through homestays and B&Bs, also to supplement the availability of accommodation options of the state.

3. Objectives

The objective of the Homestay and Bed & Breakfast Scheme is to incentivize tourism in hinterland areas of Goa-and promote the DoT's vision of "Goa Beyond Beaches". It aims to encourage women and youth to engage in the tourism business, fostering inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

The key objectives of this Scheme are:

• To streamline the registration process through Ease of Doing Business (EODB) and to regulate the operation of homestays and B&Bs in the state.

• To augment the supply of accommodation units to cater to the growing demand in the state.

• To enhance the livelihood opportunities, up-skill and create self-employment opportunities for rural residents and communities with high tourism potential in the hinterlands of the state.

• To improve the service delivery standards and ensure best quality of services and facilities for tourists.

• To preserve Goa's cultural ethos, natural landscape, cuisine, historical heritage, and traditional activities and introduce the same to the tourists.

• To preserve the old houses and mansions with unique Goan architectural blend.

• To create a market for locally sourced goods and services.

• To attract the responsible tourists and promote unique experiences through hinterland tourism in Goa.

• To foster job creation for rural and youth right in their villages.

• To provide various partnership supports and provide incentives in the seven talukas located in the hinterlands for the enhancement of Homestay and Bed and Breakfast ecosystem in Goa.

4. Eligibility Criteria

4.1 Basic Eligibility Criteria: a) The applicant shall possess valid ownership proof of the premises.

The premises shall be Primarily used as a residence by the owner or his/her family in case of a Homestay; or residential property with a designated caretaker/manager residing on-site in case of a Bed & Breakfast (B&B) establishment.

4.2 The premises shall have a minimum of one (1) and a maximum of six (6) lettable rooms, with a total capacity not exceeding twelve (12) beds.

4.3 Premises not fulfilling the above criteria or falling under the excluded categories as specified in Clause 8, shall not be considered for classification under Homestay or Bed & Breakfast (B&B) category.

4.4 Local/residency requirement: A Person residing within the jurisdiction of Goa, for at least 15 years or whose parents have been resident of Goan Panchayat/municipality for the last 15 years on the date of making application.

5. Registration Process:

5.1 As per "The Goa Registration of Tourist Trade Act, 1982 and Rules 1985", all entities or individuals providing tourism services in Goa must register with the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa. Therefore, all existing and upcoming homestay and B&B establishments are required to complete registration with the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa before commencing operations. This registration must be renewed periodically, with the initial certification valid for one year and subsequent renewals following the Department's current procedures. Additionally, the Government's Ease of Doing Business (EODB) initiative will streamline the registration and renewal processes, making compliance more efficient and accessible for tourism service providers.

5.2 The homestay/B&B establishments already registered with Ministry of Tourism, Government of India shall also be required to register with Department of Tourism, Government of Goa to avail the benefits under this Scheme. The same shall be required to be renewed as per extant prevailing process being specified Department of Tourism, Government of Goa.

5.3 The applicant may apply for registration through either of the following modes: Offline Mode: Submit the hardcopy of the required documents (ID Proof, Ownership Document, GST Certificate (if available) to:

a) North Goa Applicants: Office of the Department of Tourism, Panaji, Goa

b) South Goa Applicants: South Zone Office, Collectorate Building, Margao Bus Stand, Margao, Goa1725 OFFICIAL GAZETTE — GOVT. OF GOA SERIES I No. 31 30TH OCTOBER, 2025 Online Mode: Upload and submit scanned copies of the required documents via www.goaonline.gov.in Portal.

6. Applicability of the scheme and availing incentives

6.1 The scheme shall be applicable to all the homestay/B&B establishments in the State of Goa falling within the purview of the existing Acts & Byelaws. However, the primary focus of the scheme is to promote tourism in the hinterlands of the state, hence, currently the Fiscal & Non-Fiscal incentives (as per the clause 7) shall only be applicable to all existing or upcoming homestay and B&B establishments in the following talukas of Goa: Sattari, Dharbandora, Sanguem, Bicholim, Ponda, Quepem and Canacona.

6.2 Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, at its discretion and upon review of the extant situation from time to time, for the purposes of promotion or furthering the objectives of this Scheme, may suitably extend the applicability of this Scheme and consequently the incentives to any additional village/talukas in the State that are beyond the list as specified in clauses 6.1.

6.3 The Scheme is valid for a period of 5 years from the date of notification in the Official Gazette and can be further extended as per the discretion of the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa.

6.4 Based on the order No. NS/3(865)/2022-DT/126 issued by the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa with the simplified procedure for signing up and renewal of tourism trades, the mandatory documents shall be submitted along with the application form as mentioned in Annexure III.

6.5 The Homestay and B&B establishments already registered with Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, must also register with the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa. To access incentives, they are required to sign up with the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa. The following documents shall be required to avail the incentives.

• Registration Certificate with Ministry of Tourism, Government of India

• Registration Certificate with the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa

• KYC document (Aadhar card/Driving License/Passport/PAN Card/EPIC ID)

6.6 The registration form provided in Annexure III should be complete in all respects and free from all deficiencies, being made online, and offline confirmation of receipt of the application fee. Applications that are incomplete in any respect or any deviation found during the inspection, shall be liable to be summarily rejected by the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa.

6.7 After applying for incentives, the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, may conduct an inspection of the respective Homestay/B&B establishments to verify compliance with the standards specified in the application form Classification of Homestay/B&B Establishments:

6.8 The homestay/B&B establishment shall be classified in the following categories based on the checklist of service offerings provided in Annexure - I:

• Gold

• Silver

6.9 In case of reclassification, the homestay/B&B owner shall re-submit the application within 3 months before the expiry of the previous classification.

6.10 In the case of dissatisfaction with the decision of the categorization on classification, the unit may appeal to the Department Tourism, Government of Goa within 30 days of receiving the communication regarding classification. No requests shall be entertained beyond this period.

6.11 Any changes in the facilities of the homestay/B&B establishment, which may have material changes in the classification should be informed to the DOT, within 30 days of such change.

6.12 If any violation comes to the notice of the Department of Tourism, then the classification shall stand withdrawn/terminated.

7. Benefits for Homestays and B&Bs and Process to avail the same

7.1 Fiscal Benefits: a) Eligible Homestay/B&B units shall be entitled to receive one-time financial assistance of ₹ 2,00,000/- (Rupees Two Lakh only) as direct support for the development and upgradation of the Homestay/B&B. This grant shall be provided as non-reimbursable assistance. The applicants shall adhere to the Guidelines for utilization of funds and procedures as prescribed in Annexure V for availing this financial support.

b) Each homestay and B&B establishment registered with the Department of Tourism is eligible for participation in one Domestic Trade Show per calendar year and a 50% reimbursement of travel and accommodation expenses, up to INR 50,000, during the first year of operations. This reimbursement will be processed after one full year of operations. The Department of Tourism reserves the right to select one Homestay and one B&B establishment for participation in any one Domestic Trade Show per calendar year. The above-mentioned fiscal incentives shall be applicable only for the purposes stated above during the tenure of this Scheme.

Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, at its discretion and upon review of the extant situation from time to time, may suitably alter the proposed limit of beneficiaries as specified in clause 7.5 or extend the tenure of the Scheme or both, as the case may be, for the purposes of promotion or furthering the objectives of this Scheme and depending on the extant rules, regulations, and market scenario.

7.2 Non-Fiscal Benefits: Other support for Homestays and B&B establishments that are registered with the Department of Tourism, GOG, shall be eligible for the following non-financial benefits subject to compliance with guidelines:

a) The Homestays that are already registered with the Ministry of Tourism (MOT) must also register with the Department of Tourism (DoT) to qualify for benefits under this scheme.

b) Provision of free T.I.M.E and free/subsidized software for operation of homestays.

c) Assistance for marketing and promotion through various marketing channels of Goa Tourism, such as website, app, social media handles, establishments, outlets, printed material at travel marts and exhibitions.

d) Homestay Establishments, once registered with the Department of Tourism, GoG, shall be duly publicized and subject to all provisions of the license issued.

e) Promotion of homestays in the event calendar along with the local fairs and festivals.

f) Facilitating collaboration with Experiential Tour operators for promotion of homestays as a part of Experiential Tourism Circuits.

g) Recommend to various statutory authorities in securing the necessary permissions, NOCs and clearances for registration and operation of homestays.

h) Facilitating creation of Self-Help Groups for collateral free loans.

i) Free training support from industry professional including but not limited to Hospitality, Accounts, Marketing and Tour Operations.

j) Professional advice by experts for improvements of the service delivery.

k) Provide priority access for homestays to the 24*7 tourism hotline for assistance with guest queries.

7.3 Partnership Support: Other support for homestays and B&B establishments that are registered with the Department of Tourism, GOG, shall be eligible for the partnership support from various organizations1727 OFFICIAL GAZETTE — GOVT. OF GOA SERIES I No. 31 30TH OCTOBER, 2025 who has signed the MoUs with DoT, GOG for the promotion of hinterland tourism under the concept of 'Goa Beyond Beaches' to promote Homestay and Bed & Breakfast ecosystem for the enhancement of tourism in Goa.

7.4 Process for Availing Incentive: The eligible Homestay owners shall be required to apply for availing the incentive/reimbursement by submitting the following hardcopy documents to Department of Tourism, Government of Goa.

7.5 Reimbursement of Travel and Accommodation Expenditure for the Domestic Tradeshow:

a) Reimbursement/Grant form as per Annexure - III

b) Copy of signing up certificate with Department of Tourism, Government of Goa

c) Cancelled cheque

d) Original Tickets/Boarding Passes and Original payment receipt of Accommodation.

Department of Tourism, Government of Goa shall carry out the necessary scrutiny for all the reimbursement forms received with respect to the Scheme and may undertake inspection of the Homestay establishments or enquire the applicant for any further clarifications.

8. Properties/Premises Not Eligible for Registration under Homestay/Bed & Breakfast (B&B)

Category

Following types of properties/premises shall not be considered for registration under the Homestay/B&B category:

8.1 Apartments or Flats: a) Apartments or flats located within residential complexes, multi-unit buildings, or independent apartment buildings comprising self-contained units (including living room, kitchen, and other facilities) shall not be considered under the Homestay or Bed & Breakfast (B&B) category.

b) Premises that provide a separate and fully equipped kitchen exclusively for guests, including facilities such as gas stoves, utensils and other cooking provisions, will be considered as self-catering or serviced apartments, and not as home-based accommodations. The essence of a Homestay or B&B lies in offering guests an opportunity to stay within the host's residence, sharing part of the home and experiencing local culture, cuisine, and lifestyle—unlike serviced or independent apartment-style lodging.

8.2 Accommodation Units with Commercial or Resort-like Facilities: Accommodation units offering commercial, recreational, or resort-type facilities, such as a swimming pool, gymnasium, spa, restaurant, bar, children's play area, banquet hall, conference room, or any similar amenities typically associated with hotels, resorts, or serviced apartments, shall also be excluded from the Homestay or B&B category.

9. Nuisance and penalties

9.1 The classified units shall ensure consistent adherence to the prescribed standards. The Department of Tourism (DoT) reserves the right to conduct inspections at any time, without prior notice. In case of any serious deficiencies or violations, the Department may initiate appropriate action against the concerned Homestay or Bed & Breakfast (B&B) establishment, which may include cancellation of classification, recovery of the grant amount, and blacklisting of the establishment under the scheme. Additionally, the establishment shall be liable for penalties as prescribed under Chapter VI of the Goa Registration of Tourist Trade (GRTT) Act.

9.2 All Homestay and B&B establishments must comply with the orders, circulars, and notifications issued by the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, from time to time.

ANNEXURE - I

CHECKLIST FOR HOMESTAY/BED & BREAKFAST ESTABLISHMENT

* 'M' stands for mandatory

** 'D' stands for- desirable.

Note:- The grading in the various categories will depend on the quality of accommodation, facilities and services provided.

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ANNEXURE - II

FACILITIES AND SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED IN HOMESTAYS

a) Guest Room: The following services/facilities shall be provided to all guests which are mandatory:

i) The establishment should be properly cleaned, protected with fire safety equipment and well- constructed.

ii) A clean change of bed and bath linen daily and between check-in.

iii) Establishment should provide clean, filtered water for consumption of guests.

iv) Chairs Shelves/drawer space.

v) Sufficient lighting (1 lamp per bed).

vi) Wastepaper basket.

vii) Opaque curtains or screening at all windows.

viii) A mirror at least half length (3 ft).

ix) Energy saving lighting.

b) Bathrooms: The following services/facilities shall be provided to all guests which are mandatory:

i) All bathrooms have western style WC.

ii) 1 bath towel and 1 hand towel to be provided per guest.

iii) Sanitary bin.

iv) Floors and walls to have non-porous surfaces.

v) Water saving taps and showers.

vi) Energy saving lighting.

vii) Necessary equipment for cleaning of toilets and waste disposal.

viii) Appropriate water and electric facility with ventilated lighting

c) Public Area: The following services/facilities shall be provided to all guests which are mandatory:

i) No smoking signages to be displayed in all public areas.

ii) Adequate space should be available in the unit for parking.

d) Guest service: The following services/facilities shall be provided to all guests which are mandatory:

i) Acceptance of all common credit cards and facility/infrastructure for accepting/making payments by digital transactions.

ii) Assistance with luggage on request.

iii) Facilities for recording messages for guests to be made available".

iv) Name address and telephone number for emergency services such as Doctor, Fire and Police should be provided in every room".

e) Safety and Security: The following services/facilities shall be provided to all guests/staff which are mandatory:

i) First aid kit is mandatory in each establishment.

ii) All doors (room and bathroom) should have functioning locks, which can secure on the inside and outside.

f) Eco Friendly Practices: The following services/facilities shall be provided which are mandatory:

i) Waste management, including wastes segregation should be followed as per rules issued/practices adopted by concerned panchayat/local body. All rooms, common area, toilets to have waste disposal facilities according to the procedure"

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ANNEXURE - III

Government of Goa Department of Tourism 2nd Floor, Paryatan Bhavan Patto Plaza, Panaji, Goa – 403 001

APPLICATION FOR AVAILING INCENTIVES UNDER HOMESTAY AND BED & BREAKFAST

SCHEME

Note:

1. All the supporting documents related to the details of particulars provided above should be

enclosed.

2. All documents/authorizations/approvals/clearances/licenses/NOCs etc. should be in the name of

the Applicant or the Applicant Entity

3. The reimbursement shall be done after a period of 1 (one) year of operations of the

homestay/B&B facility after due inspection by officials of the Department of Tourism, Government

of Goa.

4. The Department of Tourism shall also verify that the establishment is operational after 2 (two)

years from the year of reimbursement of the amount, failing which the concerned beneficiary shall

refund back the reimbursed amount to the Government.

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ANNEXURE - IV

GUIDELINES FOR OPERATIONS OF HOMESTAYS/B&BS

For ensuring regulated operation of homestays, the following guidelines are to be adhered to all the time:

1.1 The homestay/B&Bs should be equipped with the necessary facilities as per Annexure – I & II. Every homestay/B&B unit needs to maintain the basic infrastructure and quality standards as per the classification.

1.2 The owners of the signed-up homestays/B&B shall not use the homestay/B&B unit for any other commercial purpose other than Tourism related activities/services.

1.3 The homestay/B&B owners/Assignees should ensure the mandatory use of "T.I.M.E software" developed by Department of Tourism through its appointed agency.

1.4 The homestay/B&B owners/Assignees should mandatorily submit the C-forms for all foreign tourists, staying in the homestay/B&B.

1.5 Every registered homestay/B&B unit shall maintain the books and upon demand shall produce the following records:

a) Maintain a registration book and collect a copy of valid Photo ID for letting out rooms to every tourist's, which can be inspected by the members of the DOT.

b) Suggestion/Complaint records.

c) Bill Book duly numbered in duplicate and endorsed by the DoT.

1.6 Every signed-up homestay/B&B unit should display a notice board for the tourists with the following information:

a) Name of the homestay/B&B

b) Signed signed-up and classification certificate issued by the DOT

c) Check-in & Check-Out time

d) Dining closing time

e) Guidelines for the tourists

f) Prohibitions (such as smoking, drinking, loud music, illegal activities and such other illegal activities.)

1.7 Homestay/B&B owners/Assignees should deal with the tourists promptly and courteously with enquiries, requests, reservations, and complaints amongst others.

1.8 The homestay/B&B should be maintained in a good, stable, and safe condition with proper hygiene for habitation of tourists and comply with the prescribed rules respecting standards of health, safety and security.

1.9 Depending on the geographic location and cultural ethos of the place, homestays should have a prospect to offer a variety of activities and experience to the tourists, that shall broadly include:

• Nature based activities such as treks, hikes, bird watching etc., around the location of the homestay/B&B (Eco/Nature-based tourism)

• Heritage and Culture (Ethnic Tourism)

• Religious Value (Pilgrim Tourism)

• Adventure/Sports-based activities (Adventure Tourism)

• Agrarian Lifestyle (Agro Tourism)

1.10 The Homestays/B&B operator must display/maintain a list of contacts and addresses of nearby by emergency services viz. doctor/s, Hospital/s, Pharmacy/ies, Nearby Police Station, Women Police Cell, Fire Service, preferably a humanitarian Service NGO, etc and other tourism related facilities. It is advised to provide the nearby facilities for marketing of local produce, handicrafts, Goan sweets, festivals, religious houses, tour & Guide facilities, available transportation and Taxi service etc. The same may be either displayed as a Display signage or maintained as an Album/Docket as per convenience.

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ANNEXURE - V

GUIDELINES FOR UTILIZATION OF FINANCIAL GRANTS

Utilization of the ₹ 2,00,000/- Grant under the Homestay and Bed & Breakfast Scheme. This scheme aims to support eligible women-led homestay and Bed & Breakfast establishments located in the hinterland talukas of Goa, as per the clause 4.3 of the Scheme.

Permissible Utilization of ₹ 2,00,000/- Grant

The grant shall be utilized under the following heads:

1. Infrastructure & Building Improvement

• Repair, renovation, or extension of guest rooms (maximum 6 rooms/12 beds).

• Upgradation of flooring, roofing, painting, and weatherproofing.

• Bathroom improvements in accordance with classification standards as specified in Annexure I 2. Facilities & Guest Amenities

• Purchase of quality bedding, linen, curtains, carpets, etc.

• Furniture: wardrobes, tables, chairs, lighting, etc.

• In-room amenities: refrigerator, electric kettle, iron, air-conditioning, heating, or ventilation systems etc.

3. Safety, Security & Compliance

• Procurement of firefighting equipment (e.g., extinguishers, smoke/heat detectors).

• Provision of first-aid kits, emergency lighting, and secure door/window locks.

• Implementation of waste management systems in compliance with local laws.

4. Utilities & Green Initiatives

• Installation of solar water heating systems, LED/CFL lighting.

• Water conservation systems including rainwater harvesting and efficient fixtures.

5. Kitchen & Dining Upgrades

• Purchase of kitchen appliances: microwave, gas stove, water purifier, etc.

• Procurement of quality crockery, cutlery, serving ware.

• Refrigeration and food storage units ensuring hygiene and safety.

6. Landscaping & Outdoor Enhancements

• Garden development, fencing, paving of parking areas.

• Creation of outdoor seating, walkways, or designated activity areas.

Important Conditions

1. Eligibility:

The scheme is applicable only to Women-led/Self-Help Group homestay/B&B units 2. Mandatory Operation Period:

The homestay/B&B establishment must remain operational for a minimum period of 2 years from the date of grant receipt.

3. Utilization Certificate:

A Utilization Certificate (UC) must be submitted within 6 months of grant disbursement.

4. Record Maintenance:

Beneficiaries shall maintain complete records of the works executed for a minimum of 2 years post receipt of the grant.

5. Pre-Sanction Inspection:

A mandatory physical inspection by the Department of Tourism will be conducted prior to grant sanction to assess eligibility and infrastructure compliance.

6. Inspection and Monitoring:

The Department reserves the right to inspect the establishment at any point in time to verify proper utilization of funds.

Note to Beneficiaries

All eligible applicants are directed to comply strictly with the above guidelines to ensure smooth processing, utilization, and accountability under the scheme.

This notification supersedes the earlier notification No. 3/9(33)Homestay/PartII/2022-DT/ dated 28 July, 2025 published in Official Gazette, Series I No. 19 dated 07 August, 2025.

By order and in the name of the Governor of Goa.

Kedar A. Naik, Director of Tourism & ex officio Addl. Secretary to Government of Goa.

Panaji – Goa.

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Department of Transport

Directorate of Transport

Notification

D.Tpt/EST/3185/2024/2976 Date : 27-Oct-2025

The following draft Rules which the Government of Goa proposes to make in exercise of the powers conferred by Sections 26, 28, 38, 65, 95, 96, 107, 111, 138, 159, 176 and 213 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (Central Act 59 of 1988), so as to further amend the Goa Motor Vehicles Rules, 1991, are hereby pre- published as required by sub-section (1) of Section 212 of the said Act for information of all the persons likely to be affected thereby and notice is hereby given that the said draft Rules will be taken into consideration by the Government after the expiry of a period of fifteen days from the date of publication of this Notification in the Official Gazette.

All objections and/or suggestions to the said draft Rules may be forwarded to the Director of Transport to the Government of Goa, Junta House, Panaji, before the expiry of the said period of fifteen days so that they may be taken into consideration at the time of finalization of the said draft Rules.

DRAFT RULES

In exercise of the powers conferred by Sections 26, 28, 38, 65, 95, 96, 107, 111, 138, 159, 176 and 213 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (Central Act 59 of 1988) and all other powers enabling it in this behalf, the Government of Goa hereby makes the following rules so as to further amend the Goa Motor Vehicles Rules, 1991, namely:-

1. Short title and commencement.— (1) These rules may be called the Goa Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Rules, 2025.

(2) They shall come into force on the date of their final publication in the Official Gazette.

2. Substitution of rule 310.— For rule 310 of the Goa Motor Vehicles Rules, 1991 (principal Rules), the following rule shall be substituted, namely:—

"310. Fees for choice numbers.— (1) For assignment of a registration mark for a vehicle of the choice of the applicant under private or transport series, the following fees shall be levied, namely:—

(2) In case the number of persons desirous of having any particular registration mark is more than one then the allotment shall be made by the concerned Registration Authority to the highest bidder.

(3) In case the applicant desires any number in advance except the choice number, the fee for such number shall be Rs. 10,000/- for two and three wheeler vehicle and Rs. 25,000/- for vehicle other than two and three wheeler.

(4) In case the applicant desires to retain the existing registration mark for Non-transport series, on purchase of a new vehicle/other vehicle owned by the same person, the applicant shall have to pay 25 % of the fees specified for choice number of the category of the number to be retained or Rs. 10,000/- whichever is higher:

Provided that, the retention of the registration mark will be allowed, only if the registration mark is registered in the name of the applicant for a minimum period of three years, as on the date of application for retention.

(5) In case anyone desires to reserve the choice number in advance in a running series, the applicant shall have to pay the entire fees specified for such number which is non-refundable, if the vehicle is not registered within 90 days:

Provided that, the Secretary (Transport) or the Director of Transport may give an order in writing to start a new registration series to assign registration number as desired by applicants, on the recommendation of the Registering Authority for which the applicant shall have to pay the fees at the rate of three times of the fee specified above.

By order and in the name of the Governor of Goa.

P. Pravimal Abhishek, I.A.S., Director of Transport/ex officio Addl. Secretary (Transport).

Panaji.

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Department of Urban Development

Corrigendum

10/930/DMA/Amendment of G.M.A./2022/Part/2656 Date : 22-Oct-2025

Ref.: Notification No. 10/930/DMA/Amendment of G.M.A./2022/Part/1986 dated 12-08-2025.

In the Government Notification referred above, published in the Official Gazette, Series I No. 21 dated 21-08-2025, the clause 1 (ii) shall be substituted and read as "(ii) application for renewal of lease is made before expiry of a period of five months from the date of publication of this Notification in the Official Gazette".

This issues with the approval of the Government.

By order and in the name of the Governor of Goa.

Brijesh Manerkar, Director of Urban Development & ex officio Joint Secretary.

Panaji.

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