The Kerala government is all set to declare 25 tourism centres as ‘Green Tourism Destinations’. The state is launching the massive ‘Malinya Muktham Nava Keralam’ programme to make Kerala garbage-free by March 30, 2025. Officials will officially announce the campaign on October 2, marking its launch.
25 Tourist Spots In Kerala To Be Declared As ‘Green Tourism Destinations’
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The main purpose of this project is the redevelopment of several chosen tourist centres and making them as environmentally friendly as possible. Major changes include efficiency in the management of waste, improved hygiene and cleanliness, and protection of the environment. Attracting these standards, Kerala wants to develop an example of a responsible model of tourism that may be followed all over the world.
The locations include Kite Beach Park at Kasaragod, Iritty Eco Park, and Chal Beach at Kannur. The scheme covers Lokanarkavu Temple in Kozhikode and Nilambur Teak Museum in Malappuram. In Palakkad, authorities have selected Mangalam Dam Park and Kanjirapuzha Dam, while Idukki’s Peechi Dam, Hill View Park, and Malankara Dam are set for development. Other places promoted in the initiative include Konni Eco Tourism-Elephant Shelter in Pathanamthitta, Adichanalloor Chira Park, and Meenmutti in Kollam.
Places In The Campaign
Other places in the same campaign are: Alappuzha Beach, Thenmala Eco Adventure Park, Ponmudi, Ponnumthuruthu, and Sasthampara-Truvananthapuram. All these places will require changes to conform to green tourism as stated above.
Authorities will improve waste management by enhancing segregation and disposal systems. They will upgrade recycling facilities and introduce composting facilities wherever possible. These measures aim to minimise the environmental impact of tourists. It will also encourage both tourists and locals to adopt more sustainable practices.
By implementing higher standards of cleaning, especially for public facilities, the hygiene of the community will improve. Regular cleaning schedules will maintain cleanliness. Authorities will launch conservation awareness campaigns to educate tourists and residents on the importance of keeping these areas clean and green.
It also seeks to incorporate the community in continuing to adhere to the set green standards. The government of Kerala believes that by involving the residents in these processes, they will have more ownership as well as responsibilities in relation to the state’s local environment.
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