Team Goemkarponn
PANAJI: Incidents involving unruly behaviour by domestic tourists in Goa saw a noticeable rise in 2025, with eight cases registered compared to just one in 2024, the State government informed the Legislative Assembly.
In a written reply to an unstarred question tabled by MLA Aleixo Lourenco, Chief Minister and Home Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant said a total of nine cases were recorded over the two-year period.
Details furnished by the government show that the offences in 2025 ranged from rash and negligent driving to more serious crimes such as assault, molestation and even murder. These cases were reported across multiple police stations including Panaji, Saligao, Collem, Calangute, Mopa and Mandrem.
Among the serious incidents, one case of murder was registered at Panaji Police Station in May 2025, while molestation cases were reported in Mandrem and Panaji later in the year. Several other cases involved causing hurt and rash driving.
All cases are currently sub judice, with multiple accused involved in several of the incidents, according to the annexure placed before the House.
On preventive measures, the government stated that no formal advisory has been issued specifically to tourists. However, Tourist Police and local police personnel deployed in key tourist areas have been directed to sensitise visitors about adhering to local laws and respecting norms while in the state.
Authorities reiterated that police remain vigilant in tourist hotspots and continue to act against violations to maintain law and order and protect Goa’s image as a safe destination.
