Kerala Budget: Stakeholders welcome industry status in tourism sector

The Confederation of Kerala Tourism Industry (CKTI) hailed the Kerala Budget for its significant steps towards granting industry status to tourism, a long-standing demand, and said the budget lays a strong foundation for future growth and will boost investor confidence.

According to CKTI president EM Najeeb, the budget reflects the government’s vision of “New Age Kerala” (Puthuyuga Keralam). “By placing tourism as a priority sector and moving to extend the benefits of the industry, the state government has recognized the vital role of tourism in the economic and social development of Kerala. This is a historic step for the entire tourism fraternity,” he said.

Published – 20 Jun 2026 0:43 IST