MALAPPURAM: Giving a boost to Malappuram's potential, a tourism corridor will be set up along the banks of Nila River from Ponnani to Kuttippuram. Heritage sites, pilgrim centres and backwater spots in the region will come under this plan. Sources say the project is likely to start in October.
It is learnt that centres like Ponnani Juma Masjid, Thripprangodu Shiva Temple, Thirunavaya Navamukunda Temple, and Alathiyoor Hanumankavu will add a religious feel to the proposed package.
The mouth of Bharathappuzha a seasonal home to hundreds of migratory birds and the ferry centre at Chamravattom will be listed as top spots.
The development of backwater tourism centres like Biyyam Kayal and Canoly Canal will come under this project. Biyyam Kayal is famous for its annual Onam boat race. The Centre has already sanctioned Rs 150 crore for the development of the Canoly Canal. K Madhu of tourism department said irrigation department is in charge of the canal's development work. "We can design the outer surface and walkways on the banks of the canal," Madhu said.
Additionally, Mamankam monuments on Nila's river banks will also be developed. Under the Nila Tourism Project local level tourist destination council with the support of archaeology depart ment has already renovated Changamballi Kalari, Nilapaduthara, Manikkinar, Pazhukka Mandapam, and Marunnara sites. They all are closely associated with the Mamankam festival that was last held in 1755.
"We will link the Nila heritage Tourism Project with the backwater and pilgrim tourism centres in Ponnani to further the districts tourism sector," Madhu said
Madhu added private players are welcome to help implement the project as the government is short on funds. "We are hopeful as the local self-government department (LSGD) expressed their interest to be a part of this scheme. The public are also showing their support with valuable suggestions," he said.
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