Andaman adds three Blue Flag-certified beaches
The Andaman & Nicobar Islands have secured Blue Flag certification for three additional beaches, taking their total to four. The recognition covers Ramnagar, Karmatang, and Raman Bagicha, while Radhanagar has retained its certification, strengthening the islands’ sustainable beach tourism credentials.
The Andaman Association of Tour Operators (AATO) welcomed the achievement, crediting the Andaman & Nicobar Administration and Tourism Department for their efforts in securing the recognition.
The newly certified beaches are Ramnagar Beach, Karmatang Beach, and Raman Bagicha Beach. Radhanagar Beach, which already held the certification, has successfully retained it.
The recognition highlights the islands’ efforts towards sustainable tourism, environmental conservation, cleanliness, safety, and beach management.
North and Middle Andaman gain tourism opportunity
The development is expected to support tourism promotion, particularly in North and Middle Andaman, while creating opportunities for local communities and encouraging investment. The recognition also adds to the islands’ internationally recognised beach offering, which can be used to strengthen their positioning as a sustainable tourism destination.
Vinod, President, Andaman Association of Tour Operators, congratulated the Lieutenant Governor, Prof. Dinesh Sharma, and the administration on the achievement. AATO also acknowledged the administration’s efforts to strengthen sustainable tourism across the islands.
The association said it would continue working with the administration and Tourism Department to promote the four certified beaches and support the islands’ tourism development.
Originally Published at travtalkindia.com
