In a significant move set to reshape the tourism landscape of Kumarakom, Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme by the Union Ministry of Tourism was formally launched in the village destination on Thursday.
The programme, which was part of the nationwide unveiling of 53 projects worth ₹6,400 crore, focusses on developing the destination in a sustainable and responsible way. Tourism Minister P.A. Mohamed Riyas presided over the function held at KTDC Waterscapes in Kumarakom.