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Minister of State for Tourism, Ms. Renuka Chowdhury has sancitoned an amount of Rs. 5 crore for development of Bhavani Island in the Krishna District in Andhra Pradesh as a premier destination. First installment of Rs. 4 crore has been released to the State for taking up work on priority basis.
Bhavani Island is situated on the Krishna River which is a conch shaped island with an area of approximately 132 acres. It lies in the centre of Krishna River, about 1500 meters upstream of the Prakasam Barrage. Bhavani Island and a nearby cluster of Islands are dynamic in nature, vibrant with vegetation and bird life. These clusters cover an area of about 470 acres and Bhavani Island is the largest of these emerald islands.
The Centre has formulated development plan for Bhavani Island to create brand equity for the island in collaboration with State. The destination will be showcased as Total Experience of Adventure and Leisure with associated facilities like resort development and water sports centre. The Ministry of Tourism will provide financial assistance for development of the following components:
Development of Island Resort including cottages, conference
facility, restaurants.
Entrance Plaza and Restaurant which includes restaurant, food counters, coffee shop and public conveniences and Amphi Theatre.
Island Infrastructure which includes Shore line roadways.
Purchase of Water sport equipment.
The Island is presently accessed by the tourists by the water fleet of Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation Limited operating from Krishnaveni Motel situated close to Prakasam Barrage and from Berm Park on the north bank.
Holistic approach has been adopted in respect of the future development of the island to ensure that the inherent opportunities and strengths of the island are optimized and enhanced. The whole project aims to create an enticing amusement centre and a unique waterfront experience to the optimal benefit of local residents as well as national and international tourists. The Island will have a train and viewing tower for the benefit of tourists.
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