Why Did Vizag's Rushikonda Beach Lose Its Blue Flag Certification? Find Out Here

Credits: X (Formerly, Twitter)

Vizag's Rushikonda Beach

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Maintenance failures

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Stray dogs

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CCTV systems

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Blue Flag status

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Subpar public amenities

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Safety hazards

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Maintenance decline

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