Sri Vijaya Puram, Oct. 7: The Department of Tourism, A&N Administration in collaboration with allied Departments is hosting the Island Coconut Festival 2025 under the vibrant theme – ‘Celebrating Coconut – Culture, Cuisine & Crafts of the Islands’, to be held at the ITF Ground, Sri Vijaya Puram, on Oct. 9 & 10 from 3 PM to 10 PM. This upcoming edition promises a vibrant celebration of island traditions, featuring folk performances, coconut-themed culinary contests, local handicrafts, and artisan exhibits. It also offers valuable opportunities for SHGs and local entrepreneurs to showcase talent and generate income.
Besides the cultural programme, the Tourism Department will also be organizing series of competitions to make the two- day event more inclusive & participatory one. The Tourism Department will be organizing De-husking competition for both men & women in association with Agriculture Department. Cooking competition and competitions on best arts and handicrafts made of various parts of coconut tree will also be organized. Cash prizes will be awarded by Tourism Department. The Education/Sports Department will be setting up games corner for the people of all ages visiting the ITF pavilion. The Department has requested the general public to actively participate in different competitions planned for them. Interested participants may register their names in the Office of Tourism Department or contact Manager (Ops) over Phone No. 9933255364.