Kerala kicks off its Responsible Tourism Festival today at Thiruvananthapuram’s Kanakakkunnu Palace, inaugurated by Minister P.A. Mohammed Riyas. This event showcases sustainable practices, community-led initiatives, and eco-friendly travel models boosting local economies.
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Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan headlines multiple programs, including the National Research Conference, Kerala Higher Education Expo, and Dr. Ravi Pillai Academic Excellence Scholarship distribution. Additional highlights feature State Art Awards, welfare fund ID card distribution, and musical evenings like Manaveeyam Vayalar Ganasandhya.
Ernakulam hosts archery tournaments and budget tourism boat trips, while Kozhikode features Haj training and ex-servicemen awareness sessions. Dry weather prevails statewide with rising temperatures, prompting heat advisories and no rainfall alerts.
Nationwide strike impacts essential services minimally in Kerala, ensuring smooth event proceedings. These gatherings reinforce Kerala’s leadership in responsible tourism and cultural preservation.
