#TrekTamilNadu is more than just an adventure. In three months, 4,792 trekkers have explored its breathtaking trails, generating Rs. 63.43 lakh...
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin highlighted the Trek Tamil Nadu eco-tourism milestone, engaging 4,792 trekkers and channeling 49.51 lakh rupees to tribal youth.
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#TrekTamilNadu is more than just an adventure. In three months, 4,792 trekkers have explored its breathtaking trails, generating Rs. 63.43 lakh in revenue. Rs. 49.51 lakh has gone directly to the tribal youth who lead the way, making tourism meaningful for communities.
The trails will reopen in April after the fire season. Tamil Nadu is ready to welcome trekkers to its enchanting natural beauty.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin highlighted the impressive initial achievements of the state's pioneering Trek Tamil Nadu eco-tourism initiative, reporting that 4,792 adventure enthusiasts explored designated nature trails during its first three months. The project generated total revenues of 63.43 lakh rupees, with an extraordinary 49.51 lakh rupees disbursed directly to local tribal youth who serve as certified trail guides and ecological stewards. Stalin observed that the program exemplifies how sustainable tourism can create dignified livelihoods for indigenous forest dwellers.
The Chief Minister explained that the specialized initiative was designed to balance environmental conservation with community economic empowerment. By training and employing tribal youth, the state government ensures that ecological heritage is protected by communities possessing ancestral knowledge of forest ecosystems, while simultaneously opening green adventure avenues for nature lovers across India. Stalin announced that following temporary seasonal closures for summer forest fire prevention, trekking trails will reopen across the Western and Eastern Ghats in April.
Reaffirming Tamil Nadu's leadership in conservation-driven ecotourism, Stalin welcomed travelers nationwide to explore the state's pristine biodiversity, experiencing responsible nature travel that directly sustains rural indigenous communities.