Alappuzha and Malampuzha Boosted by Swadesh Darshan 2.0 Water Tourism Investments in Kerala

Kerala Tourism has received a significant advancement with the approval of two substantial projects by the Central Government, totaling an investment of ₹169.05 crores. These initiatives aim to enhance the allure of water tourism in Alappuzha and the Malampuzha Garden in Palakkad under the Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme, led by the Union Tourism Ministry. Submitted for approval by the State Tourism Department, the projects underwent thorough evaluation by the Central Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee before receiving the green light. The project titled ‘Alappuzha – A Global Water Wonderland’ is set to transform the region into a premier water tourism destination with an allocated budget of ₹93.17 crores. Simultaneously, the ‘Enhancement of Tourist Experience at Malampuzha Garden and Leisure Park’ aims to revitalize the visitor experience in Malampuzha with an estimated budget of ₹75.87 crores. The endorsement of these projects by the Central Government was met with enthusiasm from Shri P A Mohamed Riyas, the Minister of Tourism for Kerala. He expressed that these developments would bolster Kerala’s reputation as a leading tourist destination nationally and internationally. Alappuzha is poised to become a top-tier global water tourism hub, expected to boost the local economy and enhance the livelihoods of community members and stakeholders throughout southern Kerala. On the other hand, the Malampuzha Garden and Leisure Park project promises to elevate the status of this popular northern Kerala destination by enhancing its appeal to tourists.