Thiruvananthapuram, June 8 -- Describing the ocean economy as a transformative opportunity capable of driving Kerala's next phase of development, Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan said the state's vast maritime resources, strategic coastline and port infrastructure can open "infinite possibilities" for a New-Age Kerala.
On the occasion of World Ocean Day, observed on June 8, the Chief Minister said the day often passes without receiving the attention it deserves. However, this year it assumes greater significance as one of the dream projects envisioned by the UDF government to lead Kerala into a new era is closely linked to the sea and the state's maritime economy.
Satheesan noted that Kerala has a coastline stretching more than 600 kilometre...