Calangute witnessed the highest number of incidents of missing children this year

Calangute witnessed the highest number of incidents of missing children this year with 162 incidents reported so far, followed by 109 in Baga, while Candolim accounted for 33, Morjim reported 30 incidents, and Vagator accounted for 27, respectively. Meanwhile, Ashwem accounted for 12 while Miramar and Sinquerim reported 12 incidents respectively according to a report by drishti. In South Goa, Palolem reported 30 incidents and Colva reported 21 such incidents
Drishti began operations in Goa in 2008. A total of 200 drowning cases occurred in 2007, the previous year which prompted the state government to take immediate measures and put together an efficient system. The service has led to a 99% reduction in deaths due to drowning and significantly improved the tourist experience in Goa. Over 6,000 lives have been saved since then, due to intervention rescue operations