Calls for Goa to open up with caution -- whatever that means -- are slyly rising. People forgive and forget. Everyone’s happy with the fact that cases are now just 2 per cent. Now let us check some facts: vax immunity wanes after six months. This calls for booster vax doses, but India is way behind vaccinating the entire country. Infections and deaths among 10-year-olds to 17-year-olds are high in neighbouring States. Tourists have no responsibility. There is danger ahead because on average 90 lakh tourists frequent Goa. Yes, the local economy needs to be revived, but there will be have to be strict compliance with SOPs. Officials at all entry points will have to stay vigilant.
