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Blue Flag Certification

Posted on October 27, 2022 by admin1  60

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Recently, Minicoy Thundi beach and Kadmat beach, located in Lakshadweep, have received the International eco-label ‘Blue Flag’.

Key Points

  • The Thundi Beach:
    • One of the most pristine and picturesque beaches in the Lakshadweep archipelago 
    • White sand is lined by turquoise blue water of the lagoon. 
    • It is a paradise for swimmers and tourists alike. 
  • The Kadmat Beach:
    • Popular with cruise tourists who visit the island for water sports. 
    • It is a paradise for nature lovers with its pearl white sand, blue lagoon waters, its moderate climate and friendly locals.
  • Both the beaches have designated staff for beach cleanliness and maintenance; and for safety and security of swimmers. 
  • Both the beaches comply with all the 33 criteria as mandated by the Foundation for Environment Education (FEE). 

About Blue Flag Certification Programme 

  • Started in France in 1985 and in areas outside of Europe in 2001. 
  • Globally recognised eco-label accorded on the basis of 33 stringent criteria in four major heads which are:-
    • Environmental education and information, 
    • Bathing water quality, 
    • Environmental management and 
    • Conservation and safety and services in the beaches.
  • The certification is awarded to the cleanest beaches in the world by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE).
  • It is accorded by the international jury composed of eminent members – 
    • United Nations Environment Programme(UNEP), 
    • United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), 
    • Denmark-based NGO Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) and 
    • International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
  • Indian beaches in the Blue List:
    • Shivrajpur-Gujarat, 
    • Ghoghla-Diu, 
    • Kasarkod and Padubidri-Karnataka, 
    • Kappad-Kerala, 
    • Rushikonda- Andhra Pradesh, 
    • Golden-Odisha, 
    • Radhanagar- Andaman and Nicobar, 
    • Kovalam in Tamil Nadu and 
    • Eden in Pondicherry.
    • With the new additions, the number of beaches certified under the Blue Flag Certification is twelve (12).

Source: LM

 
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