Popularly known as Asia’s cleanest village, Mawlynnong added another feather in its cap recently when it claimed the silver award as the ‘Best Eco Tourism Destination’ in India.
The accolade was conferred on representatives of the Meghalaya government at the Outlook Traveller Awards 2022 function in New Delhi.
Awardees were chosen by a team of expert jurors from across the industry and government agencies based on global tourism parameters. The awards were handed out by Union Minister of Tourism and Culture G Kishan Reddy, who is also DoNER Minister.
Another destination in Meghalaya, the ‘Shillong to Sohra road’ was also nominated among the Best Scenic Roads in India.
Speaking on the achievement, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said, “Tourism has the potential to usher progress and promote grassroots development. Our government has been working tirelessly for the past four years to project Meghalaya as a world-class destination for eco-tourism,” adding that the award is testimony to his government’s commitment to the cause.
