PANJIM, March 20 -- Team Herald

Several commercial establishments in Agonda were sealed on Thursday after the High Court of Bombay at Goa directed the Deputy Collector to halt all business activities at 67 premises within 24 hours concerning large-scale unauthorised constructions in the area, a designated turtle nesting site.

Following the sealing of the establishments, authorities posted an official notice stating: "In compliance with the order passed by the High Court dated March 19, 2025, and as per the order issued by the Deputy Collector and Sub-Divisional Officer, Canacona taluka, South Goa, this property has been sealed."

The court's decision has sparked protests among local residents, who claim the ruling was based on incorrect...