Keri drownings make tourism dept re-issue guidelines

Panaji: In view of four drownings at Keri beach on Sunday, the tourism department re-issued the safety guideline that it had released in December last. Sunnel Anchipaka, Director of tourism said the tragic incident has necessitated them to re-issue the guidelines in public interest.
“We are deeply saddened by Sunday's incident,” said Anchipaka, and appealed to the tourists and locals to follow safety guidelines. “We want people to enjoy it without disregarding safety aspects,” he said. He also warned that those found violating the laws in place will be penalised.
A person or persons found drinking on beach or caught littering will be fined Rs 5000, which can go up to Rs 50000. Alternatively, they may be subject to legal action under the provision of the Indian Penal code.