The Union Ministry of Tourism is adopting a sustainable tourism model for showcasing Lakshadweep and other lesser-known destinations in India. They aim to preserve the ecology and beauty of these places while promoting domestic tourism and avoiding overcrowding.
Efforts are underway to improve aerial connectivity between Lakshadweep and mainland India, as well as other parts of the world. A proposed dual-use airfield in Minicoy is expected to accommodate larger planes and fighter jets. Plans to extend Agatti s airstrip are also gaining momentum. Major Indian hotel chains are exploring opportunities in Lakshadweep to support the growing tourism industry.
ICG rescues missing TN fishing boat Mercedes
ANI
02 May 2021, 04:37 GMT+10
New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Defence Ministry on Saturday informed that the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has rescued a missing Tamil Nadu fishing boat named Mercedes in a massive search operation launched since April 24, 2021, at a distance of about 1,100 kilometres (590 miles) from Goa. With 11 crew, the fishing boat had sailed for deep-sea fishing West of Kerala on April 6, 2021, for 30 days voyage from Thengapattanam Fishing harbour in Tamil Nadu, informed an official release.
On April 24, 2021, the Tamil Nadu Fisheries authorities intimated regarding the sighting of debris by other fishing boats operating in the area presuming Mercedes to be sunk.