Archive · 20 Jun 2025
Aman Gupta Reflects on Goa's Changing Tourist Scene
Imagine Goa as a popular party spot, but a long time ago, it was very different!
Aman Gupta, from Shark Tank, remembers when mostly foreign tourists partied there, especially in secret forest parties.
Back then, Indians sometimes felt less welcome, especially on Anjuna Beach where it was mostly Israelis.
Now, things have changed, and Indian tourists are a big part of Goa's fun.
Gupta, who loves Goa, remembers it before it became a huge hit and says it's still a great place, even with the changes.
Aman Gupta, co-founder of boAt, recalls a time in Goa when Indian tourists faced discrimination.
In the early 2000s, Goa's party scene was dominated by foreign tourists, with Indians less welcome.
Gupta remembers forest parties and Anjuna Beach, where Israelis often received preferential treatment.
He notes that Indian tourists now have a more prominent role in Goa's tourism and economy.
Gupta's love for Goa remains, even as the tourist demographics have evolved.
- Who
- Aman Gupta, co-founder of boAt, and Indian and foreign tourists
- What
- Aman Gupta reflects on Goa's tourism dynamics, highlighting the change in demographics and treatment of Indian tourists.
- When
- Early 2000s to present day
- Where
- Goa, India
- Why
- To share his experience and highlight the transformation of Goa's tourism and how Indian tourists are more welcome now
Past Goa Tourism
Present Goa Tourism
Tourist Demographics and Treatment
Past Goa Tourism
Indian tourists faced challenges in finding accommodations and acceptance.
Present Goa Tourism
Foreign tourists, especially Israelis, dominated and received preferential treatment.
- Person
- Aman Gupta
- Occupation
- Co-founder of boAt, Shark Tank India judge
- Location Recalled
- Anjuna Beach, Bamboo Forest
- Dominant Tourists in Past
- Israelis
- Shift Noted
- More acceptance and economic influence of Indian tourists
