Panaji: Expecting high inflow of travellers on the eve of New Year, the Goa administration announced new restrictions to contain virus spread.
According to the fresh directions, only those who are fully vaccinated or those with a Covid negative certificate can enter the state.
Goa Chief Minister Parmod Sawant has ruled out the possibility of a night curfew so as to not affect the tourism industry in the state.
Similarly, casinos, cinema halls, auditoriums, river cruises, water parks and entertainment parks has been directed to operate at a maximum of 50% capacity.
The order mentioned that schools may open subject to separate SOPs to be issued on this behalf by the state education department.