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Foreign tourists enjoy how a earthen pot is made from mud Responsible Tourism has been giving a new vision and hope to the state of Kerala, which has been withered by the devastating rain and floods in recent time. The Responsible Tourism Mission (RT Mission) has been formed by the state with a ‘triple-bottom-line’ mission, which comprises economic, social and environmental responsibilities. It makes tourism a tool for the development of village and local communities, eradicating poverty and giving emphasis to women empowerment. The mission, which aspired to provide an additional income and a better livelihood to farmers, traditional artisans, ... Read more

Kerala Tourism Minister Kadakampally  Surendran and Tourism Secretary Rani George receives the Gold Award Kerala’s Responsible Tourism Mission has bagged Gold Award for Best in Responsible Tourism in the world. The award was received by Kerala Tourism Minister Kadakampally  Surendran and Tourism Secretary Rani George at the venue of World Travel Market, London on 6th October 2018. Launched in October 2017, the RT Mission is envisaged with a ‘triple-bottom-line’ mission, which comprises economic, social and environmental responsibilities. Making tourism a tool for the development of village and local communities, eradicating poverty and giving emphasis to women empowerment are the main ... Read more