In the wake of the recent fire incident in a nightclub in Goa, the state government on Wednesday announced a ban on firecrackers and similar activities across all hotels, pubs, nightclubs, and restaurants in the state. According to the order, the use of traditional firecrackers, electronic fireworks, and fire-based performances or fire games is now prohibited in hotels, pubs, nightclubs, and restaurants throughout Goa.

The decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to prevent any repeat of such mishaps and to enhance public safety during the peak tourist season.

Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today chaired a high-level meeting at the Mantralaya in view of the recent anxiety and unrest within the tourism ecosystem and was convened to strengthen safety standards and implement robust,

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