Times of India reported that bars in goa, especially south goa are supplementing their income, renting out space to matka gamblers
The gamblers only require desk space, and are paying Rs 8000-10000 monthly
Many of the bar patrons are placing matka bets after drinking at the bar.
The number of tourists in goa has declined greatly because of the covid-19 pandemic.
Since the matka gamblers in goa, are well networked, with good contacts in the police, the bar owners and other landlords are not facing any kind of problem