Udupi authorities crack down on illegal homestays and resorts
By ETF Desk
Udupi district authorities conducted a massive raid on illegal homestays and resorts, shutting down 109 homestays and 21 resorts for violating sewage treatment norms. The raid was conducted in various areas of Udupi district, including Karkala and Kundapura.
The authorities found that these illegal establishments were releasing untreated sewage into the environment, causing pollution and posing a threat to public health. The owners of these establishments were found to be flouting the rules and regulations of the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board.
The raid is expected to have a significant impact on the tourism industry in Udupi district, which relies heavily on homestays and resorts. However, the authorities maintain that the crackdown is necessary to ensure that the environment and public health are protected.
Source: Google News – Udupi.