Eco-tourism to promote local tribal produce in Erode
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Eco-tourism to promote local tribal produce in Erode

The Hindu  

District Collector Raja Gopal Sunkara recently inspected the eco-tourism shop, vertical farming initiative and tribal huts, established at the MYRADA centre in Arepalayam, near Hasanur, on Kollegal Main Road in the hill area. Aimed at promoting local tribal produce and raising awareness about sustainable agriculture, ICAR – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, MYRADA, Gobichettipalayam, launched the “My Dhimbam Eco-Tourism,” project with funding from NABARD in September 2024. The shop features tribal crafts, value-added millet-based products and items created by entrepreneurs, including honey, and other farm produce. Traditional instruments used by tribal communities from the hamlets of Kottadai, Kuliyada and Bejalatti, were identified, and cultural teams comprising young and elderly members were formed to perform during various occasions.

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Government eco-tourism project launched near Lambasingi with 25 tents
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Government eco-tourism project launched near Lambasingi with 25 tents

The Hindu  

District Forest officials have developed an eco-tourism project in the Krishnapuram area, about 2 km from Lambasingi of Chintapalli mandal in Alluri Sitharama Raju district. Visitors can experience a forest stay and enjoy several recreational facilities, such as a children’s play arena, campfires, and a walking track in a scenic location. Narasimha Rao, District Forest Officer, Chintapalli, said the eco-tourism …

ICAR-KVK launches “My Dhimbam Eco-Tourism” in Erode to promote sustainable agriculture and local livelihoods
3 months, 1 week ago

ICAR-KVK launches “My Dhimbam Eco-Tourism” in Erode to promote sustainable agriculture and local livelihoods

The Hindu  

With an aim to foster awareness of sustainable agriculture, promote local produce and encourage engagement with the natural environment, ICAR – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, MYRADA, Erode, launched “My Dhimbam Eco-Tourism,” in Hasanur on Tuesday. P. Alagesan, Senior Scientist and Head of ICAR – KVK, MYRADA, explained to The Hindu that agricultural extension has evolved beyond just disseminating technical knowledge. “By …

Andhra Pradesh: Rs. 5.5 cr worth eco-tourism park at Ananthagiri
2 years, 4 months ago

Andhra Pradesh: Rs. 5.5 cr worth eco-tourism park at Ananthagiri

Deccan Chronicle  

VISAKHAPATNAM: The Visakhapatnam division of the forest department and the National Thermal Power Corporation would jointly set up an eco-tourism complex near Ananthagiri, Alluri Seetharama Raju district. District forest officer Anant Shankar said CSR funds would be utilised for this project. The DFO said the project is proposed under Mission Conserve Eastern Ghats and aimed at tapping the tourism potential …

Eco-development projects to be taken up at M.M. Hills in Mysuru
2 years, 4 months ago

Eco-development projects to be taken up at M.M. Hills in Mysuru

The Hindu  

The forest department has decided to implement a slew of eco-development works in villages abutting the M.M. This includes development of Lokkanahalli in Kollegal taluk of Chamarajanagar district as a model village which entails creating a milk dairy by harnessing the local breed of milk yielding cows, to enhance conservation of soil and water, promote ecotourism apart from organic farming …

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