Hyderabad, April 16 -- Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday announced the transformation of Polavaram major irrigation project on Godavari River into a major tourist destination.

Reviewing the progress of irrigation projects at his camp office, Naidu suggested development of hotels, shopping areas, and other amenities in the vicinity of the project.

During the review, he examined designs related to the beautification of surrounding areas and called for the preparation of plans to introduce boating facilities along the stretch from Polavaram through the Papi Hills up to Bhadrachalam.

He suggested that the entire project area be developed as a tourism hub by introducing water, rock, forest, and adventure sports ...