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Thanks To India’s Prime Minister Modi, The Islands Of Lakshadweep Will See Dramatic New Tourism Development
20.03.2024 - 16:09 / forbes.com / Puneet Chhatwal / Narendra Modi
India's smallest territory, Lakshadweep, is emerging as a must-see destination, with Indian tourists and forward-thinking experiential visitors. The area made headlines following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vacation in January when he posted multiple images of the stunning islands to promote tourism in the region. His heavy praise of Lakshadweep was construed as an attempt to lure tourists away from the Maldives. Soon after negative criticism came from a few ministers in the Maldives, an Indian "boycott" started, resulting in a 33% drop in visitors from India.
It is easy to see why the Prime Minister loves the region so much. Lakshadweep is comprised of 36 stunning tropical islands, including ten inhabited ones. The Indian government's aim in new development is to adopt a sustainable tourism model due to its eco-sensitive destination. India plans to project the island archipelago as an alternative to the Maldives for tourists.
The proposed development includes branded luxury resorts, hotels, and improved beaches rivaling the Maldives. The initial focus of development will be the Minicoy, Suheli Par, Agatti, and Bangaram islands.
Currently, the islands depend on flights from Kochi (Kerala). The Indian government has proposed the construction of a new airfield on Minicoy Island. The development of this airport will help boost tourism around Lakshadweep and enhance India’s surveillance capabilities over the Arabian Sea and Indian Pacific Sea. Currently, the only airport in Lakshadweep is on the island of Agatti, located approximately 185 miles away from Minicoy. The Agatti Island airport plans a significant expansion as more airlines line up to start operations.
Several resorts exist on Bangaram Island, Agatti Island, and Minicoy Island in Lakshadweep. Prominent Indian hotel chains are actively seeking additional locations in the area to establish more luxurious accommodations. The Taj Group has unveiled plans to introduce new hotels on the Suheli and Kadmat islands by 2026, with the Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) overseeing the development.
The Taj property on Suheli, a beautiful ring-shaped island surrounded by a coral reef enclosing a lagoon, will offer 110 rooms, including 50 over-water villas and 60 beach villas. Inspired by similar villas in the Maldives, this could become a game-changer for the islands. The Taj Hotel on Kadmat will offer 110 rooms, including 75 beach villas and 35 over-water villas. Kadmat Island is well known for its coral reefs, large lagoon, and protected marine area with sea turtle sanctuary.
Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of IHCL, said, “The sustainability-focused development will aim to create a minimal footprint while preserving the
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