Nearly half of Goa’s population is dependent on the restaurant industry, with almost half of the money spent by tourists going towards food and drink, according to the head of the National Restaurant Association of India’s newly established Goa chapter, Prahlad Sukhtankar.
The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) is an organization dedicated to promoting and supporting the restaurant industry in India. It is a national level body that represents the interests of restaurateurs, café owners, and other food-service businesses.
The association works to provide its members with resources and support, including advocacy on industry-related issues, networking opportunities, and access to industry-specific information and training. The main objective of the NRAI is to promote the growth and success of the restaurant industry in India and to ensure that the rights and interests of its members are protected.
The findings from a recent study highlight the importance of restaurants, cafes, bars, and clubs to the Goan economy. Sukhtankar stated that “for every rupee spent in Goa, 50 paise is directly spent on food and beverage, as it is the main activity here.”
“People go to restaurants, bars, and nightclubs where they consume food and drinks,” he added.
Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte inaugurated the Goa chapter of the NRAI at a resort in Dona Paula. He welcomed the establishment of the chapter and mentioned that it would act as a platform for restaurateurs to voice their concerns to the government for prompt resolution.
Although Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant was unable to attend the event, in a video message he urged the food and beverage industry to come together, exchange ideas, and share best practices.
