North and South Goa turtle nesting beaches are drawing domestic and foreign tourists in large numbers and these seashores are acknowledged as ‘turtle beaches’. Authorities should not grant permissions for parties and shacks along beaches notified as turtle nesting sites. Since this is a turtle nesting site, there cannot be much activity around the place. The shacks are not permitted within the proximity of the nesting site. There is a specific provision under the Forest Conservation Act. It is a time for policymakers to engage in a effective discussion about the future's of Goa tourism. Tourism has become the bread-and-butter matter for the state’s revenue generation. Stringent enforcement of regulations will help to curb unruly tourist behaviour and protect the local culture. Shack owners cannot bend the rules in the name of tourism. The recent multi-crore villa rental scandal, duping over 500 unsuspecting tourists by exploiting loopholes on renowned booking platforms shows that Goa needs an effective tourism policy. The police should keep a tight vigil along the beaches and crack down on activities which violate the law and bring disrepute to the state.
