Goa is hosting the fourth edition of the World Ocean Science Congress 2026, bringing together scientists, policymakers, maritime industries and coastal communities at the National Institute of Oceanography in Panaji. The event runs until February 26 and focuses on ocean health, climate resilience and sustainable blue economy pathways. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said that scientific temperament is deeply embedded in Goa’s ecosystem and emphasised the state’s maritime legacy.