- overview
- strengths
- policies
- agencies
Kerala is one of the most scenic and popular tourist destinations in India
With a coastline of nearly 590 km, Kerala has a major port at Kochi (with a cruise terminal) and 16 smaller ports along the coast
The State's rich biodiversity has fostered a thriving R&D culture
Kerala is the first state in India to have four international airports, namely in Kochi, Kozhikode, Thiruvananthapuram and Kannur
Kerala also leads other states in Industrial development and per capita income
The state is very close to the global maritime trade route passing through the Indian Ocean region
GSDSP amounting to US$ 132 bn for FY21
Thiruvananthapuram
Largest
producer of coir and coconut in India
Highest
Cochin Port has been promoting major investments in sea trade based SEZs.
66%
of Kerala's export income comes from spices, fishery, cashews, coffee, and pickles.
Tourism
one of the most sought-after destinations, owing to beaches, backwaters, forest reserves, and hill stations
Top spot
in the NITI AAYOG – SDG Index
Information Technology
Kerala is home to more than 800 IT companies, employing more than 100,000 employees.
First State
in the country to set up a company dedicated to electronics (KELTRON)
Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation
+91-471-2318922
KSIDC is the modal agency of the Government of Kerala for the promotion and development of medium and large scale units in the State.
Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board
+91-471-2780900
KIIFB is a government owned financial institution in Kerala to mobilise funds for infrastructure development from outside the state revenue.
Kerala Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation
+91-471-2726585
KINFRA aims at bringing together all the suitable resources available in the state and developing infrastructure to promote industrial growth of the State.
Kerala Chamber of Commerce and Industry
+91-484-2380950; 2354885
