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Time of India
05-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
10-year plan to bring the world to Mamallapuram
Chennai: Over the next decade, Mamallapuram will evolve into a full-fledged tourism hub, complete with beach circuits, cultural trails, botanical gardens, and adventure zones, while keeping its ancient stone monuments intact. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The state tourism department has launched a 10-year tourism destination master plan aimed at turning the town into a tourism hub. The Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation (TTDC) has floated a tender to onboard a consultancy firm for the preparation of the plan. The first major changes are expected within 8-12 months of commencement, said officials. "We are envisaging Mamallapuram as an international destination. It will be a comprehensive development leveraging the tourism and cultural potential of Mamallapuram and nearby areas. CMDA's plan will be on regulations," said K Manivasan, tourism, culture and religious endowments department. The plan proposes a mix of eco-tourism, heritage trails, adventure sports, beachside recreation, and wellness zones. The town will host weekend carnivals, monsoon festivals, and educational camps to ensure tourists keep coming through the year, said an official from the tourism department. Community-based tourism will be promoted, with local artisans and vendors playing a key role. Inputs from focus groups and tourism stakeholders will shape the final concept. It will include provisions for climate resilience, waste recycling, solar energy, and plastic-free zones, he added. The plan also focuses on infrastructure. Roads, sanitation, water supply, signage, and last-mile connectivity will all get a boost. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The town's streets, public spaces, and beach fronts will be redesigned with landscaping, seating, lighting, parking, and food courts using local, eco-friendly material, the official added. All development will comply with CRZ, forest, and wildlife regulations. A GIS-based land suitability map will guide permitted uses, while a dedicated destination management framework will ensure long-term monitoring, compliance, and sustainable growth. "Mamallapuram should be developed like Kovalam's Blue Flag beach — clean, inviting, and ideal for tourists seeking relaxation. Even our street vendors and shops will follow a uniform, hygienic design, blending tradition with comfort," said Valarmathi Y, chairman of the Mamallapuram Town Panchayat. Padmini Narayanan, former secretary, Travel Agents Association of India, said that Mamallapuram should become a destination that welcomes all types of tourists. "There should be some nightlife too," she added.
The Hindu
03-06-2025
- Climate
- The Hindu
District Monitoring Officer assesses monsoon preparedness in Krishnagiri
District Monitoring Officer Shilpa Prabhakar Satish chaired a review meeting and ascertained the monsoon preparedness at the Collectorate in Krishnagiri. The Managing Director of Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation assessed the preparedness for the monsoon and the disaster management and relief capabilities under various departments. Addressing the line departments, Prabhakar Sathish advised the officials to draw up plans for vulnerable areas and assess remedial measures for areas that were prone to flooding. The officials were instructed to inspect all water channels and arrange for desilting. The line departments were asked to coordinate with each other, assess the causes for inundation and draw up measures for water drainage. Earlier, Prabhakar Sathish reviewed the various flagship programmes and schemes. She reviewed the number of petitions received under the Mudhalvarin Mugavari Scheme, the number of petitions processed and resolved, and the number of petitions that were pending before the respective departments. also reviewed the housing constructions under the Kalaignarin Kanavu Illam scheme, and instructed officials for periodic review of progress of constructions.
