In a significant community gathering, the residents of Colva came together in a special gram sabha, delivering a unanimous resolution to vehemently oppose the introduction of pay parking at Colva Beach. The collective voice of the citizens of Colva and Benaulim has resonated against a recent notification that advocates for charging fees for parking two-wheelers, four-wheelers, cars, and motorcycles at the popular beach destination. The local panchayat and MLA have jointly decided to pen a letter to the tourism department expressing their concerns about the proposed pay parking at Colva Beach. Stakeholders from the community have highlighted potential adverse impacts on businesses and raised questions about the rationale behind charging them fees for parking.
This contentious proposal had sparked widespread opposition from the local community, with residents expressing their apprehensions about the potential detrimental impact on various local businesses, including shack owners and water sports operators. The criticism extended to the belief that the decision to implement pay parking will not only inconvenience tourists but also adversely affect the regular visitors to the renowned Colva Beach.
