North Goa District Police has intensified its crackdown on illegal touting across the district, booking 177 persons during October 2026 as part of efforts to curb the menace and ensure the safety and convenience of tourists and the general public.

According to a press note issued by the PRO, North Goa Police, 69 persons were arrested under Section 170 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), while another 108 were prosecuted under the Goa Tourist Trade Act.

Special drives were conducted by the police in coastal police station jurisdictions and at Mopa Airport Police Station to identify and take action against those involved in illegal touting.

North Goa District Police stated that the enforcement drive would continue and warned that action would be taken against anyone found violating the law in the future.