Marina Project to be revived: Minister

Kochi, Dec 26 (UNI) Kerala Tourism Minister Kodiyeri Balakrishnan today said the Government has taken steps to reivive the stalled Marina Project and has also earmarked Rs 30 crore for various development projects in the city.

Speaking to newspersons after a high-level meeting with officials here, Mr Balakrishnan said the project would be executed by the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC) without any private participation.

He said the project would be completed within an year.

The 50-crore project which was stalled due to various reasons, would provide berthing facilities for 60 yachts.

The Minister said Rs 30 crore was earmarked for various tourism development projects like backwater boat pier, felicitation centre, and Menaka Boat Jetty complex.

The Government would also upgrade the Bolgatty Palace and make it into an important tourist destination, he added.

Mr Balakrishnan, who is also the Home Minister, said proper security would be provided to bishops attending the All India Catholic Bishops' Conference from January four to nine.

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