Goa Sets 10.36 Million Sq Meters of Eco‑Sensitive Land as No‑Development Zone

The state of Goa has issued a notification covering 103.6 lakh square metres of eco‑sensitive land, designating it as a no‑development zone under its 2026 land conversion plan. This move marks the largest conversion of eco‑sensitive land in the state’s recent history. The notification restricts any future development activities on the specified area to safeguard environmental integrity and preserve biodiversity. The decision comes as part of Goa’s broader efforts to balance growth with ecological protection, particularly along its vulnerable coastal and forested regions. The government’s action underscores a commitment to enforce stricter land‑use regulations in ecologically sensitive zones.