ABOUT LAKSHADWEEP
“Lakshadweep, the group of 36 islands is known for its exotic and sun-kissed beaches and lush green landscape. The name Lakshadweep in Malayalam and Sanskrit means ‘a hundred thousand islands’. ”
India’s smallest Union Territory Lakshadweep is an archipelago consisting of 36 islands with an area of 32 sq km. It is a uni-district Union Territory and comprises of 12 atolls, three reefs, five submerged banks and ten inhabited islands. The islands have a total area of 32 sq km. The capital is Kavaratti and it is also the principal town of the UT. All Islands are 220 to 440 km away from the coastal city of Kochi in Kerala, in the emerald Arabian Sea. The natural landscapes, the sandy beaches, abundance of flora and fauna and the absence of a rushed lifestyle enhance the mystique of Lakshadweep.
Only BSNL and Airtel provides telecommunication services to Lakshadweep Islands. BSNL provides connectivity in all 10 inhabited islands where as Airtel provides connectivity to Kavaratti and Agatti islands.
The entry to Lakshadweep islands is restricted. One requires an entry permit issued by Lakshadweep Administration to visit these islands.
WHAT'S NEW
- Final Report on SIA for Land Acquisition for the Construction of Coast Guard Station Complex in Androth Island
- Tender Notice- Environment and Forest- Quotation for the Hiring of boat for surveillance
- UTLA- Higher Education- Commencement of online counseling for the Govt. ITI, Kavaratti courses Phase-II.
- AAM,PHC,Chetlat-Sealed Tender
- Admission Notification 2024 – 25 – Polytechnic College.
- LDCL – Factory Re -Tender for outsourcing of coconut processing unit at Kadamat.
- Tender Notice- Environment & Forest- Management of department boats
- Committee for Assessment Board for High Support Needs- Constituted.
- The Director, Health Services UTLA is designated as Authority to whom a person with benchmark disability shall apply to provide High Support under Section 38 of Rights of Person with Disabilities Act 2016.
- Announcement for Haj – 2025.
- Department of Fisheries invites e tender for the supply of ice plant items and spare parts
- Submission of Scholarship application for course completed students
- LDCL- Recruitment of Finance Consultant on Contract-RR.
- Public Notice for Pre – Legislative Consultation – Lakshadweep Solid Waste (Handling & Management) Bye-law, 2024.
- Public Notice for Pre – Legislative Consultation – Lakshadweep District Panchayat Committee Rules, 2024.
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