Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) today sought to allay fears about 'helicopter tourism' in South Goa saying it is a "boon for the area".
"Don't get swayed by anti-government factions with regard to helicopter joy rides and consider this as a new tourism initiative which is an advantage and boon for the area and surrounding villages," a GTDC press statement said.
The helicopter tourism, which faced opposition in North Goa, was shifted to Cansaulim village in South Goa on February 14. The helipad, constructed by a private five-star hotel, is being used to operate copters which provide a picturesque view of the beaches.
In South Goa too, the helicopter joy rides are facing criticism with local groups, like Cansaulim Village Action Committee and Cansaulim Arossim Cuelim Civic Consumer Forum, expressing apprehension about it.
They fear the helicopters hovering around will keep away tourists. They have also questioned the legality of the joy rides, a venture of GTDC and Pawan Hans company.
09/03/16 PTI/Business Standard
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"Don't get swayed by anti-government factions with regard to helicopter joy rides and consider this as a new tourism initiative which is an advantage and boon for the area and surrounding villages," a GTDC press statement said.
The helicopter tourism, which faced opposition in North Goa, was shifted to Cansaulim village in South Goa on February 14. The helipad, constructed by a private five-star hotel, is being used to operate copters which provide a picturesque view of the beaches.
In South Goa too, the helicopter joy rides are facing criticism with local groups, like Cansaulim Village Action Committee and Cansaulim Arossim Cuelim Civic Consumer Forum, expressing apprehension about it.
They fear the helicopters hovering around will keep away tourists. They have also questioned the legality of the joy rides, a venture of GTDC and Pawan Hans company.
09/03/16 PTI/Business Standard
