Panaji, Jan. 15 -- For the first time Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) will be organizing the Mandrem Paryatan Mahotsav 2019 from January 18 to 20 at Mandrem in North Goa.

Addressing a press conference on Tuesday, GTDC Chairman Dayanand Sopte said, "The Mandrem Paryatan Mahotsav is going to be the first of its kind showcasing the local facets of Mandrem through culture, heritage, cuisine and a lot more that will certainly enthuse the locals and tourists visiting the state. The Goa Tourism Development Corporation is presenting this new event which is happening in rural Goa as part of the initiative to promote hinterland tourism."

Mr Sopte said the mega event in Mandrem was supported by Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar and would...