IP&T Points Advisory to Watersports Operators over Fraudulent Practices

Tarun Karthick

Sri Vijaya Puram, 17 September 2025

The Directorate of Information, Publicity & Tourism (IP&T), A&N Administration, has issued an advisory to all journey watersports operators within the Islands, cautioning them in opposition to fraudulent and unethical practices.

Scuba diving, sea stroll, parasailing, kayaking, and snorkelling—key points of interest for guests—have not too long ago come beneath scrutiny following complaints of misrepresentation of companies, irresponsible conduct, and violations of the A&N Islands Watersports Guidelines, 2015, together with associated phrases and circumstances.

The Directorate warned that such malpractices not solely injury the repute of the Islands as a secure and dependable vacationer vacation spot but additionally undermine the livelihood of real service suppliers.

Operators at Swaraj Dweep, Shaheed Dweep, and Sri Vijaya Puram have been directed to strictly adhere to prescribed tips and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), keep skilled conduct whereas coping with vacationers, and chorus from any fraudulent, deceptive, or unethical exercise that might compromise vacationer security and confidence.

The advisory additional acknowledged that any violation or misconduct reported in opposition to operators will invite strict motion, together with suspension or cancellation of registration.

Meanwhile, vacationers have been urged to report any occasion of malpractice to the Directorate of IP&T at 03192-232694 or by way of e mail at touristhelpdeskandamans@gmail.com.