Hon’ble Tourism Minister & Porvorim MLA Shri Rohan A. Khaunte Takes Stock of Digital Museum Project at Farmagudi, Sets Clear Timelines to Expedite Work
Farmagudi, Ponda, November 12, 2026: Hon’ble Tourism Minister and Porvorim MLA Shri Rohan A. Khaunte on Thursday reviewed the ongoing development of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Digital Museum project at Farmagudi, Ponda, being developed with the support of the Central Government and the Government of Goa.
The project is envisaged as a significant cultural tourism initiative, combining heritage, history and digital technology to present the story and legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The development also includes the beautification of the site along with a proposed sound and light show to enhance the tourist experience. Phase 1 of the Digital Museum by December 15 is being prioritised so that tourist and locals can begin experiencing the facility, while the remaining project will be taken forward in subsequent stages.
Hon’ble Tourism Minister & Porvorim MLA Shri Rohan A. Khaunte said, “The The legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is widely known, but it is equally important to bring forward his contributions to the Konkan region and his role in safeguarding Goa’s interests. Through this Digital Museum, we want to present these stories in an engaging and meaningful manner, particularly for our younger generation. Our objective is to preserve our history, promote our cultural heritage and create another significant tourism experience for Goa. We are committed to completing Phase I by December 15, and weekly review meetings will ensure that the work progresses as per the stipulated timelines.”
The review meeting was attended by Kedar Naik, Director, Goa Tourism; Kuldeep Arolkar, Managing Director, GTDC; Chief Engineer Badami; Mark Meandes, Empanelled Committee Member, along with consultants, contractors and officials from various government departments. Necessary instructions were issued to expedite procurement, coordinate pending activities and maintain regular monitoring. Weekly review meetings will be conducted to evaluate progress and ensure adherence to the completion schedule.
The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Digital Museum is envisioned as an important addition to Goa’s tourism landscape, bringing together history & heritage to create an enriching experience for tourists and local residents alike. Highlighting the importance of the Ekadasha Teertha Yatra, the Minister noted that Farmagudi also holds significant potential for spiritual tourism, and that the development of Ekadasha Teertha is an important step towards strengthening this segment and creating new opportunities for Tourist and to locals.
