- In November 2023, Kerala received the Global Responsible Tourism Award.
- The state’s Responsible Tourism Mission presented the award in recognition of the effective state promotion of the activities that are sustainable and inclusive of women.
- Kerala is the winner of this award in the “Best for Local Sourcing-Craft and Food” category.
- The State RT Mission has been chosen to receive this award, which is the highest honor bestowed in sustainable and inclusive tourism endeavors.
- It is awarded to enable successful marketing of indigenous products and to link small and medium-sized businesses managed by women with tourism-related activities.
- The International Center for Responsible Tourism and the Responsible Tourism Partnership are the sponsors of this award.
