‘The Cape Goa’ sealed for violation of rules

The action comes after a massive fire at a nightclub in Arporal, North Goa, December 6 claimed 25 lives

- PRESS TRUST OF INDIA

Authorities have sealed “The Cape Goa’, a prominent restaurant located on a cliff in South Goa district, for violation of fire and other safety norms, officials said Tuesday.

The Tourism Department had granted permission for one temporary private shack, but it was observed that the establishment was operating a full-fledged restaurant beyond the sanctioned plinth area, according to the sealing order issued Monday.

Continued operation of the premises without mandatory safety clearances poses an imminent, grave and real threat to human life and property, particularly in the event of fire, electrical short-circuit, structural failure, or any emergency requiring evacuation, it said.

The action comes after a massive fire at a nightclub in Arporal, North Goa, December 6 claimed 25 lives.

Chairperson of the joint enforcement and monitoring committee, Canacona taluka, Maya Pednekar, Monday issued the order to seal “The Cape Goa’, located on a cliff at Cabo de Rama Fort in Kuddi village of South Goa district.