Yugen Infra Attracts Strong Investment from Merchant Navy Professionalsand NRIs in North Goa Growth Corridor Premium Golf-Centric Township

April 2, 2026:

A leading name in luxury real estate development, Yugen Infra has seen strong investment interest from Merchant Navy professionals, NRIs, and high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) in its flagship projects, says a press release issued by the company. These investments are primarily directed to the flagship project Yugen Golf City Garden of Eden (Phase 2) that is located in the fast-emerging MOPA region of North Goa Growth Corridor.
Phase 2 of Yugen Golf City’s Garden of Eden is an integrated township spread across a ~500+
acre. With an additional ~45-acre premium plotted development, the project stands out as Goa Region’s first golf-centric luxury township. The project is strategically located just 15 minutes from Manohar International Airport. The development is positioned in one of the fastest-growing aviation and infrastructure corridors in India.
Yugen Infra has recorded participation from over 250 investors across Phase 1 & 2. The Merchant Navy professionals form a notable 20–25% of the investor base. This amounts to
an investment from more than 50 officers in this project. This marks one of the highest concentrations of a single professional community investing in a real estate project in North
Goa Growth Corridor. Additionally, NRIs account for approximately 20% of the total investors. This data comes from a strong representation from global hubs such as Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai, the USA, and the UK.
The increasing interest from these segments reflects a broader trend of global Indian investors. These investors are generally seeking asset-backed, lifestyle-driven investments in India. NRI participation in the project has nearly doubled over the past 12–18 months. The growth marks have increased from 10–12% in early phases to over 20% currently.
The project offers premium villa plots and second-home opportunities. The ticket sizes range from ₹1.55 – ₹4 crore. Only selected inventory attracts investments exceeding ₹5 crore. The Garden of Eden combines luxury, sustainability and long-term value. The project has approximately 80% green cover and a resort-style living experience.
Key factors driving this investment momentum include the project’s unique positioning. It
also shares proximity to critical infrastructure such as the MOPA Airport and upcoming
expressways. The development also benefits from strong rental yield potential (5–12%) and
annual appreciation trends of 10–15% in the region. The airport-led growth corridors have
historically delivered faster value appreciation.
Commenting on the growth, Sheeshram Yadav, Managing Director of Yugen Infra, said, “Goa is rapidly transforming from a tourism hub into India’s lifestyle capital. The influx of global Indian investors, particularly from the Merchant Navy and NRI segments, signals a shift towards community-driven real estate investments rooted in lifestyle aspirations and long-term value.”
Another defining aspect of the project is its focus on a community-first investment pattern.
The investment of a significant number of Merchant Navy professionals, many from the DMET and the maritime ecosystem. This has created a strong network-led buying trend. High referral-driven sales and the transition from second homes to future retirement residences further highlight the changing mindset of the buyers.

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