THE GOAN NETWORK
PANAJI
The Tourism Department on Wednesday announced enhancing measures to streamline and regulate water sports operations in North and South Goa in a bid to ensure safety, uniformity and transparency.
During a meeting Chaired by Secretary Tourism Sanjeev Ahuja, along with Director Tourism, Suneel Anchipaka, critical decisions were made to enforce the “Queue System” across all watersports operations in the State, which will be carried out in collaboration with the Captain of Ports.
“These measures are essential for safeguarding Goa’s reputation as a world-class tourism destination. By streamlining operations, we are fostering trust among visitors and supporting sustainable tourism practices,” Ahuja said.
Adding to this, Director Tourism, Anchipaka, stated that implementation of the Queue System and other reforms will not only benefit tourists but also strengthen the watersports sector by promoting fair practices and safety.
“Ticket rates and timings will be enforced across all operators, eliminating discrepancies between different zones. Additionally, unauthorised watersports operations are strictly prohibited, with stringent checks in place to ensure compliance with registration and licensing norms. All watersports operators are also required to submit affidavits by 30th November 2024, affirming their commitment to the Queue System and adherence to operational protocols,” reads a statement issued by the department.
