Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant Asserts State's Safety, Touts Quick Police Response Time

Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has confidently declared Goa as the safest destination for tourists, highlighting the state's swift police response time. Speaking at the Ideas of India Summit 2025 in Mumbai, Sawant claimed that Goa police reach incident sites within an impressive five to ten minutes after an occurrence.The Chief Minister's remarks come in response to recent incidents of clashes between tourists and locals. While expressing regret over these unfortunate events, Sawant emphasized the efficiency of Goa's law enforcement. "But everything has two sides. Whenever such incidents occur, our police reach the spot within five to ten minutes," he assured.With Goa's reputation as a top tourist destination, Sawant's statement aims to reassure visitors that they can enjoy the state's attractions without concerns for their safety.