As the New Year unfolds, I extend my heartfelt greetings to everyone who holds Kumarakom close to their heart, our local community, visitors from across India and the world, tourism partners, environmental advocates, and all those who believe in the enduring value of responsible travel.

Kumarakom is a rare and precious landscape. Its backwaters, wetlands, birdlife, coconut groves, and traditional ways of life are not simply attractions, they are living systems shaped by centuries of coexistence between people and nature. Every sunrise over the Vembanad Lake reminds us that this harmony is both beautiful and fragile.

The year gone by has underscored the need for thoughtful tourism that respects ecological limits while supporting local livelihoods. It has also shown us the strength of community action, cooperation, and awareness in protecting what matters most. At CVHR Kumarakom, our efforts continue to focus on conservation, heritage protection, waste management awareness, and community led initiatives that ensure tourism benefits are shared responsibly.

The New Year offers us a moment to pause and recommit. A recommitment to safeguarding our wetlands and bird habitats. A recommitment to preserving cultural traditions and local knowledge. And a recommitment to welcoming visitors not just as tourists, but as partners in conservation who experience Kumarakom with care, curiosity, and respect.

We envision a future where Kumarakom stands as a global model for sustainable tourism, where economic growth walks hand in hand with environmental stewardship, and where future generations inherit waters that are clean, ecosystems that are thriving, and a culture that remains vibrant and proud.

I warmly invite travelers to explore Kumarakom mindfully, to slow down, listen to the stories of the land, support local communities, and leave behind only memories. I also invite stakeholders and institutions to continue collaborating with us in shaping a resilient and responsible tourism ecosystem.

May the New Year bring peace, wisdom, and shared prosperity. Together, let us protect the soul of Kumarakom while sharing its timeless beauty with the world.

Warm regards,
Salim M Das
President
CVHR Kumarakom

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