Chief Minister Pramod Sawant addressed the impact of flights being shifted to Manohar International Airport, Mopa, from Goa International Airport, Dabolim. He reassured that the hotel industry remains unaffected but acknowledged a minor impact on taxi businesses. Sawant mentioned plans to urge the Union government to resume the canceled Air India flight from Goa to London. The discussion also involved MLA Michael Lobo questioning the feasibility of two airports coexisting in the state. Sawant emphasized that despite operational changes, Dabolim airport will not close and efforts are ongoing to enhance its infrastructure and flight capacity. The article also touches upon the growing revenue from Mopa airport and the potential of the cruise terminal in Vasco to attract more tourists, ensuring Goa’s tourism sector growth.