{"id":6972,"date":"2023-07-20T17:49:59","date_gmt":"2023-07-20T12:19:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vglobenews.com\/goa-government-lifts-entry-ban-on-waterfalls-in-wildlife-sanctuaries-with-conditions\/"},"modified":"2023-07-20T23:02:59","modified_gmt":"2023-07-20T17:32:59","slug":"goa-government-lifts-entry-ban-on-waterfalls-in-wildlife-sanctuaries-with-conditions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vglobenews.com\/?p=6972","title":{"rendered":"Goa Government Lifts Entry Ban on Waterfalls in Wildlife Sanctuaries with Conditions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/vglobenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/IMG-20230720-WA0032.jpg?resize=600%2C400&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7004\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/vglobenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/IMG-20230720-WA0032.jpg?w=600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/vglobenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/IMG-20230720-WA0032.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Panaji, July 20,2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Goa government has decided to lift the entry ban on 15 waterfalls located within wildlife sanctuaries. However, visitors are required to adhere to specific conditions to ensure safety and preserve the wildlife population and habitat.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chief Wildlife Warden Umakant issued an order urging visitors to strictly follow the rules and regulations set by the forest department. These measures aim to prevent accidents and minimize disturbance to the wildlife and their natural habitat.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The decision to impose the ban came into effect on July 12, following two unfortunate deaths. To prioritize public safety, the government implemented limited access to carefully selected waterfalls within the wildlife sanctuaries.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Forest Minister Vishwajit Rane emphasized that this approach allows visitors to experience the natural beauty of these sites while minimizing potential accidents and preserving the sanctuaries&#8217; ecological balance.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The 15 waterfalls now accessible to the public include 12 located in Sattari and 3 in South Goa. Tourists and nature enthusiasts are encouraged to comply with the guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience while appreciating the scenic beauty of these protected areas.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Panaji, July 20,2023 The Goa government has decided to lift the entry ban on 15 waterfalls located within wildlife sanctuaries. 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