Why Goa

  • It is home to around pharma companies and produces 12 per cent of the total medicines manufactured in India
  • Pharma and medical devices sector accounts for a 10 per cent share in the state’s GDP
  • Goa has a well-developed social, physical and industrial infrastructure and virtual connectivity, including an an international airport and significant ports
  • An established base for the pharma industry and an emerging destination for knowledge-based industries such as biotechnology and IT
  • It is a fully-electrified state with great connectivity through road, rail, air and sea
  • Pharma exports have been a key element of Goa’s basket. Nearly 90 per cent of the products and formulations manufactured in the state are expected

Key facts

Key facts

It is home to over 70 major pharma companies which have significant investments in the state.

Pharma exports have been a key element of Goa’s basket.

Nearly 90% of the products and formulations manufactured in the state are exported.

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