Lakshadweep Islands in India plan major tourism improvement with increased flight operations to Agatti Island by Fly19, Spice Jet, and Indigo Airlines, prompting airport expansion.

Lakshadweep islands, located off the coast of India, are undergoing a significant transformation as the administration aims to boost tourism by implementing major projects. This includes improving connectivity by adding more airlines operating flights to Agatti Island, expanding the airport with a Rs 4,500 crore ($600 million) expansion, and building a new Greenfield airport on Minicoy Island. Tata Group has proposed three major Taj resorts on Suheli, Minicoy, and Kadmat islands, with over 100 rooms each to accommodate tourists. The projects aim to enhance tourism in the region and put the Lakshadweep islands on the global tourism map.

February 07, 2024
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