GCZMA has approved a 112-metre-long Deltin Royale casino vessel to operate in the River Mandovi, drawing criticism from environmental experts. The approval was reportedly granted without a mandatory water quality assessment, even as expert members raised alarms over the river’s deteriorating health. The Mandovi already hosts several offshore casinos, and experts warned that adding another vessel would worsen pollution and ecological stress. Concerns were also raised about the cumulative impact on water quality, marine life, and public health. Despite these warnings, the clearance was granted, sparking questions about regulatory oversight. Environmental groups have expressed disappointment, stating that such decisions undermine environmental protection norms and ignore scientific input. The move has once again brought focus to casino regulation and environmental governance in Goa.
GCZMA Clears New 112-Metre Deltin Royale Casino Vessel in Mandovi River
