Demand For Lifeguards at Sasihitlu Beach Increases: This is The Reason

January 15: Sasihitlu beach has attracted a lot of tourists after the Indian Open of Surfing was held about five years ago. The footfalls have increased in the beach which has also led to increase in drowning cases. Two people drowned near the beach in last 15 days due to which locals have been urging the district administration to appoint lifeguards at Sasihithlu beach immediately. Even though the beach turned out to be a tourist spot, zero safety measures have been in place.
Deputy commissioner K V Rajendra said that Haleangadi gram panchayat to hire lifeguards for time being. The District Tourism Development Committee will also look into the issue.