Explained:What is ‘Blue Flag’ certification for beaches?

Explained:What is ‘Blue Flag’ certification for beaches?

Two beaches in Lakshadweep have received the ‘Blue Flag’ tag, awarded by a Denmark-based foundation, taking the overall tally to 12 Two beaches in Lakshadweep have received the ‘Blue Flag’ tag, awarded by a Denmark-based foundation, taking the overall tally to 12 The story so far: Earlier this week, two Indian beaches were awarded the ‘Blue … Read more

Wow! India becomes first country to get Blue Flag Certification for 8 beaches in a single attempt; details

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Union Minister Prakash Javadekar lauded this as an “outstanding feat” citing that “no BLUE FLAG” country has ever been awarded for 8 beaches in a “single attempt”. (Image- Prakash Javadekar Twitter) Wow, India is now the first country in the world to receive the Blue Flag Certification for 8 beaches in a single attempt! New … Read more