The Thalassa Cliff Hotel, known for its scenic views and lively atmosphere, reportedly hosted an event where the sound levels exceeded the permissible limits set by law. This prompted the local authorities, upon receiving complaints from concerned citizens, to take immediate action. The noise levels during the event were found to be significantly above the threshold set by environmental regulations, which include specific standards to mitigate the effects of excessive noise on the health and well-being of individuals, as well as the surrounding environment.
The action was initiated after the Anjuna Police confirmed the violation, leading to the booking of the hotel manager under Section 15 of the Environment Protection Act, 1986. This section specifically deals with the violation of environmental protection norms, and in this case, the focus was on the regulation of noise levels. Additionally, the offence was registered under Section 5 of the Noise Pollution Control Rules, which are a part of the broader framework designed to monitor and regulate noise pollution in India.