Collector calls for protection of country’s heritage, tourism wealth
Taking part in the World Tourism Day celebrations at Thimmamma Marrimanu, Shyam Prasad launches the ‘Ask AI’ app for the convenience of the tourists, unveils a plaque for the new botanical garden at Eswara Malai
District Collector A. Shyam Prasad emphasized that safeguarding India's heritage and tourism wealth is the responsibility of every citizen. At a World Tourism Day event at Thimmamma Marrimanu, a 600-year-old banyan tree recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records, Prasad launched an 'Ask AI' app to aid tourists and inaugurated an 'Eco and Heritage Walk' from the tree to Eswara Malai hillock.
The event saw participation from officials, students, and tourists, who were treated to performances of Keelugurram and Guravayya dances. The Collector also unveiled a plaque for a new botanical garden at Eswara Malai, where rare medicinal plants of Rayalaseema would be cultivated to attract tourists and students. Prasad highlighted that attractions such as Puttaparthi Prasanthi Nilayam and Thimmamma Marrimanu have placed Sri Sathya Sai district on the world tourism map, and special plans are underway to enhance infrastructure.
MLA Kandikunta Venkata Prasad advocated for public cooperation in making tourist spots plastic-free and organizing daily cultural programs.
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