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The state tourism department, aiming at transforming Kerala into a year-round experiential destination, has granted administrative sanction for nine projects. These initiatives, with a combined budget of Rs 7,55,43,965, aim to enhance infrastructure to better accommodate visitors.
Execution of these projects will significantly increase capacity and introduce new enhancements to several promising sites in Kozhikode, Kannur, Palakkad and Thrissur districts.
“These initiatives will further enhance the capacity of numerous captivating sites, coinciding with the steady rise in tourist visits to the state. The successful execution of these initiatives will further elevate Kerala's status as a comprehensive tourism destination, offering a diverse array of experiences for visitors to enjoy," remarked Tourism Minister Mr P. A. Mohamed Riyas.
The sites in Kannur district that will benefit from the decision are Peralassery River View Park Parapram regulator-cum-bridge (Rs 99, 21,324) and Thalassery Fort Walk (Rs 99,99,999).
The works to be taken up in Kozhikode district are the Eco-Tourism Project, Nambikkulam (Rs 72,32,600), Fulcrum Sand Banks as part of the Sargalaya Integrated Tourism Circuit (Rs 60,00,000), renovation of Ansari Park in Kozhikode city (Rs 99,99,999), beautification of Kavumkulam Pond at Kadalundi, Beypore (Rs 99,16,324) and renovation of the boat jetty at Akalapuzha in Koyilandi (Rs 49,74,719).
The set of schemes also includes Vatika Sila Park, Palakkad (Rs 75,00,000) and renovation of Nehru Park, Thrissur (Rs 99,99,000).
These schemes will further strengthen Kerala’s standing in flourishing sectors such as river-based hospitality, ecotourism and heritage site exploration, aligning well with the government's commitment to sustainable and inclusive destination development.
