Key announcements from the Kerala Tourism Vision 2031 seminar held on October 25, 2025
Here's a concise summary of the key announcements from the Kerala Tourism Vision 2031 seminar held on October 25, 2025: Startup Model Financial Assistance for Hotel Projects - Finance Minister K N Balagopal announced that hotel projects with investments up to ₹50 crore will receive startup-style financial assistance. - This initiative aims to boost tourism infrastructure and encourage entrepreneurial ventures in the hospitality sector. Vision 2031 for Kerala Tourism - Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas unveiled the Vision 2031 policy document, outlining strategic goals for Kerala's tourism development. - The plan emphasizes: - Health tourism and positioning Kerala as a wellness hub. - Pilgrimage tourism, with ₹250 crore allocated for Sabarimala road maintenance. - Cruise tourism and international convention centers in key destinations. - Leveraging soft skills like art and cooking to create AI-resilient job opportunities. Embracing AI in Tourism - Minister Balagopal stressed the need for Kerala’s tourism sector to adapt to AI-driven changes, highlighting the importance of human-centric skills.
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