Goa, Aug. 1 -- To address concerns raised by legislators over tourist injuries caused by broken glass and plastic waste on beaches, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Thursday said that the government will explore the possibility of banning the sale of liquor in glass bottles along the coastal belt.

Sawant stated that instructions would be issued to wine stores located in the coastal areas to help prevent injuries and environmental hazards. He was responding to a starred question tabled by Calangute Michael Lobo over rising concerns over injuries caused by broken glass bottles and plastic waste on beaches.

Lobo highlighted the increasing number of tourists getting injured on beaches due to broken glass bottle pieces. He also informed the H...