The Goa government has approved the construction of a modern bus stand in Mapusa, addressing a long-standing demand from residents of Bardez.

The Rs 192-crore (Rs 1.92 billion) project will be developed under a public-private partnership (PPP) using the design, build, finance, operate, and transfer (DBFOT) model. The private partner will manage the entire project lifecycle before transferring it back to the government. The new facility, spanning over 27,000 sq. mtrs., will replace the deteriorating current bus stand, which has faced issues such as garbage accumulation and waterlogging during monsoons.

Planned amenities include over 700 parking spaces—500 for two-wheelers and 200 for four-wheelers, alongside a modern transport hub and a commercial complex to improve project viability. Given Mapusa’s strategic commercial and cultural importance, the project aims to enhance commuter convenience and urban infrastructure. The main bus terminal is expected to be completed within 24 months, with the commercial complex scheduled for completion within 36 months of the appointed date.