Sunburn, originally planned for December-end is temporarily postponed. The Tourism Minister says this has been done as the safety of the people is paramount. The organisers say they value the safety of their customers, not the locals, mind you.
Don’t we feel blessed? Delhi is witnessing 5000+ cases per day since the last week. The Chief Minister says they are entering a third wave which is the worst. WHO says Europe is lagging in the Covid response and is the epicentre for the same and needs to take strict measures.
England, Ireland and many other European countries have responded with a lockdown till Dec 6. After that, their travel will be restricted and they will not be able to bear any further isolation. So, who would have attended the EDM?
The deferment is due to lack of demand aka moolah.
In this scenario, Goa needs to stop people from Delhi entering Goa without valid TC or 14 days quarantine. Else, Goa will be like those patients who ‘seek hospitalisation’ late. Now, let us see who cares for locals.
R FERNANDES, Margao
