PANJIM: The delegation from New Delhi on Tuesday met Chief Secretary Puneet Kumar Goel, IAS, to discuss matters related to upcoming eighth G20 Summit scheduled in the State.
During the meeting, the officials comprising Harsh Vardhan Shringla, Chief Coordinator for India’s G20 Presidency and Arvind Singh, Secretary (Ministry of Tourism), Government of India, along Principal Secretary (Finance) Dr V Candavelou and Secretary (Protocol) Sanjit Rodrigues, who is also appointed as the Nodal Officer- G20, Government of Goa
The G20 delegation discussed with the Chief Secretary, the operational and logistical challenges that need to be addressed as well as the preparedness of the G20 Summit keeping in mind the monsoon season.
The meeting was followed by a detailed discussion regarding the G20 meetings with State government officials from various concerned departments to ensure the smooth flow of the event. Sanjit Rodrigues explained to the officials the ongoing preparation in view of the summit.
Rodrigues highlighted that around 100 liaison officers are being provided with the necessary training in line with the requirements of the summit. A special team has been put in place to ensure that the delegates’ experience upon landing is hassle-free. In preparation for the Summit, the city spaces are undergoing a transformation in terms of development and repair works.
The organisers are in the process of procuring electric buses and vehicles available in the State for the Summit.
Additionally, the government has made arrangements to cater to the medical needs of the delegates at different venues. Ambulances and medical staff will be made available to all the delegates throughout their visit in the state.
The Secretary (Protocol) suggested ideas that could be incorporated to enhance the overall experience of the delegates visiting the State.
Suggestions include infusing Goan elements of cultural and historical significance at different venues.
