Goa Chief Minister Highlights Sustainable Development at National Architecture Conference
Goa's Chief Minister Pramod Sawant recently attended a national conference focused on 'Goan Architecture and Sustainability' in Delhi. He highlighted the importance of sustainable development and the preservation of Goa's architectural heritage. The event, inaugurated by the Union Minister for Tourism and Culture, gathered experts from various fields to discuss creating a sustainable future based on Goa's rich architectural traditions. Sawant reiterated the government's commitment to balancing heritage conservation with development, aiming to promote eco-friendly infrastructure and engage national-level architects and planners. This initiative reflects the state's dedication to enhancing its architectural identity on a national platform.
| Jul 31, 2026, 19:45 IST
Goa's Commitment to Sustainable Architecture
On Friday, Goa's Chief Minister Pramod Sawant participated in the inauguration of the national conference on 'Goan Architecture and Sustainability' held in the national capital. During the event, he emphasized the importance of promoting sustainable development while preserving Goa's architectural heritage. The conference was inaugurated by the Union Minister for Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, in the presence of Rajya Sabha MP Sadanand Shet Tanavade. Organized by the Goa State Infrastructure Development Corporation (GSIDC), the event brought together architects, planners, conservationists, engineers, policymakers, educators, and students to discuss sustainable development based on Goa's rich architectural traditions.
In a post on social media, Chief Minister Sawant expressed his happiness at attending the inaugural session and highlighted the significance of the conference. He noted that the 'National Conference on Goa Architecture and Sustainability' aimed to unite experts from various fields to discuss creating a sustainable future rooted in Goa's unique architectural heritage. The event was organized by GSIDC and inaugurated by Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, with the presence of MP Sadanand Shet.
Furthermore, the Chief Minister stated that the conference was designed to promote Goa's architecture and sustainability while facilitating discussions with experts from across the country. He reiterated the Goa government's commitment to advancing both heritage conservation and development. He mentioned that the national conference was organized to promote architecture and sustainability in Goa, emphasizing the state's ongoing efforts to support eco-friendly infrastructure. This initiative aims to engage national-level architects, urban development designers, and planners, thereby enhancing Goa's profile on a national scale. Just as Prime Minister Modi speaks about heritage and development, the Goa government is also dedicated to advancing both aspects.