PANAJI
In its attempt to streamline the Covid-appropriate behaviour amongst tourists in the wake of the anticipated third wave, the State government is in the process of installing signboards outlining Covid guidelines all over Goa especially at spots frequented by tourists.
The tender for selection of an agency to set up such signboards has already been floated.
According to officials, the government will set up signboards outlining all necessary SOPs instructing tourists of the mandatory Covid norms in the State.
Officials also disclosed that the government will strictly ensure that only those who have taken both the vaccine doses will be granted entry into the State.
The government is gearing up for effective management of tourist season which is slowly picking up after a gap of almost two years due to the pandemic.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant and Tourism Minister Babu Ajgaonkar are already on record that strict measures will be maintained at the borders.
The Goa Chambers of Commerce and Industry and other hotel associations had recently approached the government with a plea to restart tourism activities in the State.
Of late, the tourist season has shown some momentum with casinos already opening their doors.
Last week, domestic cruise MV Cordelia Empress also arrived at the Mormugao Port Trust to become the first cruise ship to mark the commencement of the cruise tourism season.
The ship that arrived from Mumbai got in around 1500 passengers and 600 crew member on its maiden visit.
