In a proud moment for eco-tourism in India, Odisha’s Sunapur and Puri beaches have once again achieved the prestigious Blue Flag Certification for the year 2025–26. This international honour reaffirms their position among the cleanest and most environmentally sustainable beaches globally.
The Blue Flag is a globally recognised eco-label awarded by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) based in Denmark. It is granted to beaches, marinas, and sustainable boating tourism operators that meet 33 stringent criteria covering,
Only those coastal destinations maintaining high environmental and safety standards consistently are eligible for this certification.
Officials credited the success to local participation, stringent implementation of waste management systems, and investment in green tourism infrastructure. At Sunapur, the efforts of local administration and villagers in maintaining the ecosystem have been especially noteworthy.
Both beaches feature,
These facilities ensure that visitors enjoy a clean, safe, and informative beach experience.
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