{
  "id": 11993397,
  "title": "Muziris to be made international heritage tourism destination, says Satheesan",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/muziris-to-be-made-international-heritage-tourism-destination-says",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-04T19:52:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/muziris-to-be-made-international-heritage-tourism-destination-says-satheesan/article71544613.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan announced on Sunday that the Muziris Heritage Project (MHP) will become an international heritage tourism destination. The launch included the reintroduction of water taxis and kayaks in the region. Satheesan stated that these services would expand to additional areas such as Ezhikkara, Kottappuram, and Azheekode. The project will also involve the development of the Chavittunatakam center in Gothuruth and the establishment of new museums, water sports facilities, star hotels, and restaurants. KSRTC, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, will be transformed into a professional entity with advanced facilities. The government is committed to improving public transport, including expanding KSRTC services to destinations like Palani, Madurai, and Velankanni.",
  "summary": "The Chief Minister says the government is planning to expand water taxi and kayak services to Ezhikkara, Kottappuram and Azheekode as part of the Muziris Heritage Project",
  "key_points": [],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}