Goa: a destination once synonymous with tranquility and beauty, now faces a challenge to its reputation as a haven for tourists. A recent incident near Madgaon railway station has shocked the community, as a tourist recounted a harrowing experience of assault and verbal abuse at the hands of locals. The confrontation began over a traffic dispute, leaving the visitor vowing never to return to this popular destination.
The tourist took to social media to share his ordeal, posting a detailed account titled ‘Got physically abused in Goa, will probably never come back.’ According to his post, he had rented a car during his trip to avoid the scorching heat and was heading to Madgaon station after dropping his girlfriend at the airport. The situation escalated when he allegedly cut off two local men on a two-wheeler, although he claimed there was no physical contact between the vehicles.
The incident has triggered a wave of safety concerns among fellow travelers familiar with Goa. Many have expressed distress over what appears to be a growing culture of mob justice and vigilantism in the region. Several users shared similar accounts of negative experiences, highlighting a broader trend of dissatisfaction with the local environment. Despite the widespread attention, there is no confirmation on whether the tourist filed a formal complaint about the incident.
