<h1>Central Govt Launches Sagarmala Projects to Modernize Ports, Boost Tourism, and Enhance Coastal Development in Goa</h1> The Goa Chief Minister announced that the Central government has launched projects under the Sagarmala initiative to modernize ports and strengthen jetties, aiming to boost hinterland tourism and daily commutes in Goa. The announcement was made during the National Sagarmala Apex Committee Meeting in New Delhi, attended by key government officials and representatives from coastal states. The initiative also focuses on port-linked industrialization to enhance exports and coastal community development through skill enhancement and economic growth. New avenues like Ro-Ro services and the Water Metro are being explored to further these goals.