This budget presents a forward-thinking roadmap for Viksit Goa 2037 that successfully balances fiscal prudence, evidenced by a fifth consecutive revenue surplus, with ambitious social and industrial development. By prioritising the "Chief Minister’s MSME Innovate Scheme" and the "Mukhyamantri Export Incentive Scheme," the government is providing the precise catalysts needed to scale local manufacturing and global competitiveness. Furthermore, the integration of specialised oncology services, Level 2 trauma care, and the establishment of an ESI Medical College mark a transformative shift toward a high-end medical infrastructure. This strategic focus not only ensures inclusive health awareness and homegrown talent but also stabilises local pharmaceutical demand, creating a self-sustaining ecosystem where world-class healthcare and industrial growth reinforce one another.

 Dr Sagar Salgaocar, Chairman ASSOCHAM Goa State Council

MD, Geno Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd