PANJIM, May 12 -- Basuri Desai

A group of foreign nationals has set up a semi-permanent jungle commune in the forested hills of Arambol, sparking questions over regulatory oversight and security implications in light of heightened national tensions.

The off-grid community, situated above the Sweet Water Lake, comprises tent accommodations, makeshift bathing areas, and communal spaces for meditation, exercise, and various creative activities. Residents follow a nature-centric routine involving daily hikes, communal cooking without refrigeration, and hosting open evening gatherings.

While such alternative living set-ups have long been part of Goa's counter-cultural tourism scene, their renewed presence has once again highlighted concerns...