By ETF Desk
The Udupi district administration has taken a significant step towards maintaining environmental hygiene and adhering to regulations by cracking down on illegal homestays and resorts. The raids, which were conducted in various areas of Udupi, including the popular tourist destination of Malpe, resulted in the shutdown of 109 illegal homestays and 21 resorts for violating sewage treatment norms.
The administration had been receiving complaints about the unhygienic conditions and lack of proper sewage treatment facilities in these establishments. The raids were conducted to ensure that these establishments comply with the regulations and take necessary measures to improve their sewage treatment facilities.
The shutdown of these illegal homestays and resorts is expected to have a significant impact on the environment and public health. The administration has urged the owners of these establishments to rectify the issues and comply with the regulations within a specified timeframe.