Minister of Tourism for Goa, Rohan Khaunte compared Goa’s Chikhal Kalo mud festival to Spain’s famous La Tomatina festival, indicating that Goa’s cultural events deserve similar attention. Goa’s recent recognition as the Festival Organiser of the Year (Cultural & State Events) at the ET MICE & Wedding Tourism Summit & Awards, is a testimony to its commitment to promoting cultural experiences along popular tourism offerings.