Why is 2024 GoaFest being organized in Mumbai instead of Goa?

GoFest is a major annual event celebrating the best of the advertising industry in India.

GoaFest is a 3-day event celebrated every year in Goa.

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But GoaFest 2024 is going to be held in Mumbai instead of its permanent venue Goa this year due to the Lok Sabha elections.

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This will be the 17th edition of GoaFest Festival which will be held from 29-31 May 2024 at The Westin Powai Mumbai.

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GoFest 2025 will be organized in its original location Goa.

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