Kumily Grama Panchayat identifies three vehicle parking grounds, pilgrim rest shelters, and drinking water points to manage traffic during the upcoming Sabarimala pilgrimage season.
The Kerala Government will approach the Supreme Court to enforce its 2024 judgment permitting a detailed safety inspection of the 131-year-old Mullaperiyar Dam in Idukki district.
The Fern Hotels & Resorts expands its presence in Kerala with the opening of The Fern Residency Thekkady, Series by Marriott, offering 50 rooms and modern amenities in Kumily.
The Kerala High Court has proposed a Special Task Force involving Revenue and Police officials to address government land encroachments and improve administrative action in Vagamon and Munnar.
Idukki recorded over 1.24 lakh tourist visits during the Pooja holiday period, driven by high footfall at Vagamon's Motta Kunnu grasslands and Adventure Park.
Poor road conditions and severe potholes along the Vattappathal–Vagamon route raise safety concerns for local residents and tourists, prompting urgent calls for road maintenance.
The Kerala government announces a feasibility study for a proposed Idukki Dam Tourism Corridor, aiming to connect major viewpoints, reservoirs, and local attractions across the high ranges.
Kerala Forest Development Corporation is set to launch four premium pod stays in Vagamon by December 2026 as part of Kerala's broader forest-based tourism expansion.
Kerala Tourism introduces the Thirunelli and Chekadi Coffee Trails in Wayanad, offering immersive village walks, coffee plantation tours, and cultural experiences under its Responsible Tourism initiative.
The Vagamon Glass Bridge at Kolahalamedu is set to undergo structural strengthening following NIT Calicut expert panel recommendations, paving the way for its reopening after a nine-month closure.
Kerala establishes an expert panel to study proposed amendments to the Kerala Land Reforms Act, evaluating flexible plantation land use for crop diversification, allied agriculture, and agritourism.