Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar, in a written reply before the Legislative Assembly, has said that a separate tourist force will become ineffective in the absence any powers of policing.
"An effective force as part of police set-up and well-trained personnel is being considered as an alternative," Parrikar said in the reply tabled in the House.
"The tenure of the force is getting over on November 24, 2012," he said adding that the current government has dropped the idea of continuing with the force.
Parrikar was absent in the House, as he is in Mumbai with his ailing son.
The erstwhile Congress-led government had constituted the tourist security force in the wake of a spate of crimes against tourists in the coastal state.
The force comprises ex-servicemen on contract basis, who are deployed at the beaches. However, they do not have any policing powers.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app