KTDC convention centre at Bolgatty Island to be ready in three months.

The Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC) is planning on value additions to revive the charm of the historical Bolgatty Palace and Island Resort.

A convention centre with ample parking space is getting ready for inauguration in another three months, KTDC chairman Vijayan Thomas has said.

The centre will have a seating capacity of 1,000 and an adjacent dining area that can seat 450 people. The structure that overlooks the backwaters will be enclosed by toughened glass panels to offer people a fabulous view from within.

The property is being cleaned up ahead of the monsoon. 'De-weeding and upkeep of lawns suffered delay because weddings and events kept us busy. A new contractor has taken over work to clean the premises. Renovation of heritage rooms is on the anvil and will be completed this financial year,' said Alex P. Joshua, general manager of the hotel.

The trademark Honeymoon Cottages and adjacent twin cottages here that abut the backwaters are crying for upkeep. Inadequate maintenance has taken a toll on the exteriors and interiors of the buildings.


THE HINDU