PANJIM, April 24 -- The Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority (GCZMA) has directed a private hotel at Bambolim to submit a detailed plan for constructing a retaining wall along the beach, even as the stop work order issued against the property remains in force.

During a hearing held on Thursday, the GCZMA reiterated that the hotel management must refrain from any civil construction activity until further notice. The coastal body stated that the stop work order would continue until the next date of hearing.

The petitioners opposing the construction voiced strong objections to the use of materials and methods they claim are environmentally damaging, including cement and heavy earthmoving machinery. They also demanded the removal of debris...