Goa's free beach safety sessions are a hit: Know why
Goa just rolled out 'Sagar Safar,' a free daily sea safety session for tourists at beaches like Baga, Calangute, and Colva.
Launched by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant with Drishti Marine, this initiative is all about helping visitors enjoy the ocean safely.
Trained lifeguards walk you through basics
Trained lifeguards walk you through basics like spotting rip currents, understanding flag signals, and using life jackets.
Since its launch in February 2026, over 800 people have joined in—Colva beach alone saw 719 participants getting hands-on with real safety tips.
Not your average beach day!
People say these sessions are both fun and eye-opening.
Sakshi Verekar shared that she finally got over her fear of deep waves thanks to Sagar Safar.
Ruchita picked up practical know-how on wave patterns and safe zones, while Prashant Thakare called it "fun and educational"—not your average beach day!