Calangute MLA Michael Lobo has criticized the presence of south Indian breakfast foods like idli-sambar at Goan beach shacks, arguing that they should promote local cuisine instead. He also highlighted issues such as stray dogs and excessive rental vehicles impacting tourism. Lobo warns that these problems need to be addressed to prevent a tourism decline in Goa.
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