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Porvorim: The Goa government has proposed the installation of temporary floating jetties at select coastal locations to improve beach safety and strengthen lifeguard response during emergencies.
Tourism Minister Rohan A. Khaunte informed the Assembly that provisions for temporary floating stations at six locations have been included in the new tender issued for the state’s lifeguarding agency.
According to the minister, the floating jetties would allow lifeguards to quickly launch jet skis during rescue operations, enabling them to reach swimmers or visitors in distress in a shorter time.
The minister said the measure has been proposed with safety as the primary consideration and to enhance the efficiency of lifeguards while responding to incidents in the sea.
Responding to concerns raised during Zero Hour by Venzy Viegas regarding the installation of floating stations at beaches, Khaunte stated that the proposal has been withdrawn at two locations after receiving feedback.
For the remaining sites, the Tourism Department has written to the respective panchayats, fishing communities and coastal MLAs seeking their views and suggestions before moving ahead with the plan, he added.
