Tourism industry fears ban will hit business

Goa | Monday | 12th November, 2018

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But for Travel and Tourism Association of Goa (TTAG), the “drastic action” is yet another example of the state government’s flawed decision making. You can’t take such drastic action without consulting the trade and industry,” said TTAG president Savio Messias. The owner of a chain of restaurants known for its fish thali, said that prices of fish had already increased by two to three times. Around 40-50 pick-ups from Malvan and Karwar that used to transport fish, which remained fresh due to the proximity to Goa, sustained many restaurants and hotels. “Whatever fish is available in Goan waters is quite sufficient for Goans to consume,” he said..