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Restrictions on tourism activities in Idukki in view of red alert

Restrictions on tourism activities in Idukki in view of red alert

The Hindu · May 18, 2024

Three youths illegally enter cantilever glass bridge at Wagamon

Illegal entry by three youths at Wagamon's cantilever glass bridge in Idukki prompts complaint and security measures by DTPC.

The Hindu · May 7, 2024

Trains idle in weed-infested area of Ernakulam Children’s Park

Ernakulam Children’s Park in Kochi faces decline in visitors due to neglected trains and amenities, prompting calls for renovation.

The Hindu · Apr 13, 2024

Idukki witnessing heavy tourist rush

Tourism destinations in Idukki are witnessing a heavy rush of tourists during the peak season of Christmas and New Year.

The Hindu · Dec 26, 2023

Adventure tourism activities to be a big attraction at Panchalimedu

Panchalimedu, one of the major tourist destinations in the district, is all set to attract tourists with adventure tourism activities.

The Hindu · Dec 24, 2023

Digital payment system launched at tourist destinations in Wayanad

DTPC launches digital payment systems at Wayanad tourist destinations to promote competitiveness, inclusion, and sustainability. Tourists can use unified QR code, cash, debit/credit cards to procure tickets. Travansoft, a Thiruvananthapuram-based start-up, developed software for ₹15 lakh. Second phase of project to be completed in a month, allowing online booking to…

The Hindu · Nov 9, 2023

Munnar-Bodimettu stretch emerging as a major road tourism destination in Idukki

Idukki's Munnar-Bodimettu NH stretch is a popular road tourism destination, with tea plantations, hairpin bends, misty climate, and Anayirankal dam catchment area. NHAI and DTPC are taking steps to arrange tourist amenities, including a toilet complex and parking facilities. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari will inaugurate the stretch on Nov 6.

The Hindu · Oct 26, 2023

Houseboat owners to stage protest on October 16

Raising various demands, houseboat owners in Alappuzha under the aegis of the All Kerala Houseboat Owners Samyuktha Samithi will organise a march and dharna in front of District Collectorate here on October 16.

The Hindu · Oct 9, 2023

Ernakulam DTPC to resume tourist bus service

DTPC to resume AC tourist bus service in Nov, offering day tours to locales such as Malayatoor, Cherai, Munambam, Bhootathankettu, Athirapilly, Ezhattumukhmam, Fort Kochi, and Mattancherry.

The Hindu · Oct 5, 2023

Heavy rush prompts DTPC to impose curbs on tourists visiting Wagamon glass bridge

The Idukki District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) has put in place special arrangements at India’s largest cantilever glass bridge that was recently inaugurated at Wagamon in Idukki, due to heavy rush.

The Hindu · Sep 23, 2023