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'Drug deaths: govt taking strict measures'

Stating that strict measures are being taken by the government to avoid an incident like the recent deaths of two youth due to suspected drug overdose, Tourism Minister Manohar (Babu) Azgaonkar has warned that illegal activities would not be tolerated in the coastal areas.

'Drug deaths: govt taking strict measures'
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"The government is undertaking strict measures to control such illegal activities and they won't be tolerated in the coastal areas," said Azgaonkar while speaking to The Goan.
The minister also warned that those found misbehaving with tourists would not be spared.
"When foreign and domestic tourists come to Goa, it is the responsibility of the tourism department along with Goans to provide facilities and protection to them. Goa has gained importance at international level," said Azgaonkar.
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g that the government, people and tourists should support each other to promote tourism in the State, Azgaonkar said the government would work to make Goa a paradise.
"Focus will be given to plan the roadmap of tourism industry so that tourists can see beautiful places, historical temples and churches, heritage, art, culture and food for 365 days in our blessed Goa," he said.
"When the mining industry in the State came under threat, there was a huge impact on the economy and the tourism department came to the rescue and strengthened the backbone of Goan economy," stated Azgaonkar.
Azgaonkar further said the tourism department would promote different areas to attract tourists.
"Rural areas will be developed to attract tourists, while attention will be given to build new tourism spots and provide facilities in rural areas," he informed.
Speaking on cleanliness in coastal areas, Azgaonkar said it is the responsibility of tourists and the locals to keep the beaches clean.
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