With Increasing Accidental Deaths, Goa Government Identifies 24 ¡®No Selfie¡¯ Zones Across Beaches

To inform tourists about risky places and risky behaviors, Goa government has identified 24 ¡®No Selfie¡¯ Zones as the popular tourist spot opens its beaches for public November 1 onwards.

With Monsoon waning and post-monsoon showers receding, state-appointed Drishti Lifesaving lifeguard agency has started the process of setting up safe swim-zones along the state's coastline, a statement issued said.

Cyclonic winds had triggered underwater and rip currents in the seas that had led to the deferring.

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Moreover, selfie deaths have increased significantly, with tourists regularly flouting safety norms. "Starting November 1, all beaches will be open for swimming and beach activity," Drishti said.

The agency maps the weather and sea conditions each morning and accordingly sets up safe swim-zones along the beaches which are manned by its 600-strong lifeguard force.

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Although most beaches in Goa are safe, Drishti advises all to adhere to some basic safety measures -- ideally, swim only in the swim-zones marked with red and yellow flags. Non-swim zones are marked with red flags.

There is signage at the entrance of each beach enlisting safety tips, the statement said, adding that 24 'no-selfie' zones had been identified to prevent accidents.