Goa Cracks Down On Touts, Unauthorized Vendors Statewide

The Goa Department of Tourism is intensifying efforts to combat touts and illegal businesses on the state's beaches. New directives have been issued to beach shack operators and associations to ensure only authorized enterprises operate. Legal measures will be provided if necessary, and tourists are encouraged to report grievances via the Beach Vigil App.

The government of Goa's Department of Tourism has announced a firm crackdown on the increasing issue of touts and illegal business activities on the state's beaches. This initiative aims to improve tourists' safety, security and overall experience while ensuring that only authorized businesses can operate in designated beach areas.

To address the growing concern, the department has issued a directive to beach shack operations, local beach associations, and other irrelevant stakeholders, urging them to take immediate steps to prevent touts and unauthorized vendors from operating on beach premises. Beach associations have been tasked with implementing proactive measures to control the situation. Should these measures fail, the Department of Tourism will intervene using legal mechanisms to address the issue and end illegal activities.

In addition, shack operators have been reminded to ensure that no illegal business operates within their premises. The department is also considering implementing more stringent regulations to effectively empower beach associations to manage these challenges. Kedar Naik, Director of Tourism, commented, "The Department of Tourism is committed to fostering a hassle-free and tourist-friendly environment in Goa. Addressing the issue of touts and illegal business on our beaches is crucial to safeguarding the state's reputation as a leading travel destination. We will continue to ensure visitors enjoy our beaches peacefully and actively." To assist in resolving these issues, tourists and stakeholders are encouraged to report any complaints related to touts via the Beach Vigil App. This measure supports the government's ongoing efforts to offer a seamless, trouble-free experience for all visitors to Goa.

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