Sri Vijaya Puram, May 7: Andaman & Nicobar Islands Integrated Development Corporation (ANIIDCO) on behalf of A&N Administration is engaged in development of sustainable eco- tourism in the Islands. Standing Finance Committee (SFC) in its meeting held on 03.04.2025 considered the proposal for development of Eco-Tourism Resorts in Aves Island & Smith Island and redevelopment of Megapode Resort on Public Private Partnership (PPP) basis.
MoEF&CC¸ Govt. of India has granted CRZ clearance for Aves Island & Smith Island project and for redevelopment of Megapode Resort also CRZ clearance shall be obtained by ANIIDCO. ANIIDCO has appointed M/s KPMG and M/s Deloitte as transaction advisors for handling the bid process management for appointment of concessionaire for the projects.
For sustainable development of the project, the concessionaire will meet development standards prescribed by GRIHA/LEED/ Green Globe and five- star categorization by Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India. The projects have been envisaged to be developed as self-sustainable which includes development of trunk infrastructure like rain water harvesting & treatment plant, backup power including solar, STP, etc. by the concessionaire.
For success of the project, A & N Administration is also working on development of robust connectivity plan by expediting upgradation of NH4 including construction of bridges and air connectivity under UDAN Scheme.
These projects when completed will increase employment in hospitality sector especially for the local youths and will boost the overall economic prosperity of the Islands. The RFP for development of the projects will be issued shortly after approval of the competent authority.