Question : Ferry Services in Goa

(a) whether free ferry service is available between Panaji and Betim on the opposite bank of the Mandovi river in Goa and if so, the details thereof;

(b) whether a proposal to increase the scale and frequency of the said service is under consideration of the Government; and

(c) if so, the details thereof and the extent to which the Union Government is likely to provide assistance for the purpose?

(a) Yes, Madam. There is ferry service across the Mandovi River between Panaji – Betim.

(b) to (c) No proposal is under consideration with Government of India to increase the scale and frequency of said service. However River Navigation Department, Government of Goa has proposed to maintain two ferries instead of one at Panaji - Betim route.

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