Kerala's Responsible Tourism is included in the UNWTO's list

By siliconindia  |  Wednesday, 22 November 2023, 18:56 IST

Kerala's Responsible Tourism is included in the UNWTO's list
Kerala's widely appreciated Responsible Tourism Mission has been included in the Global List of Case Studies by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). This recognition is another feather in the cap for the state's innovative program, which focuses on grassroots development and promotes tourism in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
According to the UNWTO, Kerala Tourism has been successful in promoting the travel industry in the state while upholding the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the world body. Kerala has been recognized for its efforts in utilizing local resources and products to boost its tourism industry while also working towards achieving the SDGs. If you want to learn more about the activities of Kerala Tourism, the dashboard provides a link to their website.
Congratulating the State RT Mission on the accomplishment, Tourism Minister P.A. Mohamed Riyas said tourists across the globe are watching our activities with great interest and the UNWTO's recognition will further inspire us to promote eco-friendly tourism.
Kerala's RT Mission has earned a place among seven G20 countries for its tourism promotion initiatives in adherence to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Maharashtra is the only other Indian state to be featured in this list. The two Indian case studies are among the seven G20 countries that have made it to the UWTO list, which includes Mexico, Germany, Mauritius, Turkey, Italy, Brazil, and Canada. The selection of Kerala RT for the Special Dashboard is based on its commitment towards the SDGs.
Source: IANS

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