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India's coral islands of Lakshadweep piqued tourists' interest after Prime Minister Modi visited last month. But can the islands' fragile environment handle the growth in tourism?
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The Indian government has planned a Rs 3,600-crore-plus infrastructure upgrade for the Lakshadweep islands to transform them into a tourist hub. Similarly, the Nicobar Island chain is also set for a huge makeover, with the Greater Nicobar development project undergoing final checks and clearances