Kakkadampoyil eyes tourism boom with master plan, travel mart
The plan under discussion with the State government will seek to integrate infrastructure development, tourism promotion, environmental conservation and local economic development under a common framework approved by the Tourism department
Kakkadampoyil, a hill station in Kozhikode and Malappuram districts of Kerala, is set to undergo a comprehensive tourism development plan under the coordination of the Koodaranhi and Oorngattiri gram panchayats. The master plan, which will be approved by the Tourism department, aims to integrate infrastructure development, tourism promotion, environmental conservation, and local economic growth under a unified framework.
The initiative seeks to unlock Kakkadampoyil's tourism potential while preserving its natural landscape and biodiversity.
A key component of the plan is a two-day travel mart scheduled for November, featuring tour operators, travel agencies, hospitality sector representatives, investors, and tourism experts. The event, attended by State Ministers, aims to showcase the destination's tourism potential and explore investment and business partnerships.
The master plan will also incorporate suggestions from local tourism entrepreneurs operating under the Kakkadampoyil Tourism Organisation, addressing the concerns and requirements of local investors and tourism operators.
Innovative projects like Flower Valley and an eco-tourism center will be part of the plan, ensuring the tourism development aligns with sustainable practices. The Kakkadampoyil-Poovaaramthode road, a major infrastructure project, is expected to receive significant attention. Local bodies will play a crucial role in the timely completion of various allied infrastructure development projects, ensuring improved connectivity, safety, and support for the growth of local tourism enterprises.
The master plan prioritizes generating employment and encouraging local entrepreneurship to directly involve residents in the tourism economy. A local tourism entrepreneur from Koodaranhi expressed optimism that the plan would improve the business of accommodation providers and attract more foreign tourists to the village.
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