The scenic Someshwara beach at Paduvari in Byndoor in Udupi district is undergoing massive infrastructure upgradation at an estimated cost of ₹15 crore to enhance its tourism potential.
Work on construction of retaining walls, storm water drains, pathways, galleries, renovation of rest rooms and a pond, lighting, parking facilities, and seating arrangements are being undertaken are part of the beach development project. They are in no way connected to the proposed development of a marina, as believed by some local residents, according to the Tourism Department.
Touted to be one of the safest beaches along the Karnataka coast, the beach in Someshwara had been a hidden treasure for many years until the Udupi district administration took up improvement projects about four years ago. Stretching for about 1 km between the mouth of (Sumanavathi) Byndoor river and the Ottinene Hillock, the beach does not witness severe wave action, thereby being relatively safe for tourists.
