Blue Flag Beach Development
Development of Four Blue Flag Beaches under Phase 1 program across Tamil Nadu
The Blue Flag Beach initiative aims to develop internationally certified sustainable beaches by upgrading coastal infrastructure to meet the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) Blue Flag standards. Beach Management Committees will oversee operations, including bathing water quality monitoring, solid waste management, environmental education activities, and visitor safety measures. Phase I covers four beaches across Tamil Nadu, while Phase II expands the programme to six additional beaches, strengthening sustainable coastal tourism and environmental stewardship.

Project Locations
Phase 1
Phase 2
Inaugurated on 03.08.2025
Marina Beach - Chennai
Inaugurated on 06.03.2026
* Silver Beach - Cuddalore
* Kameswaram Beach - Nagapattinam
* Ariyaman Beach - Ramanathapuram
 

Work order issued
* Samiyarpettai Beach – Cuddalore District
* Kulasekarapattinam Beach – Thoothukudi District
* Keezhuputhupattu Beach – Villupuram District
 

Tender under progress
* Uthandi Beach – Chennai
* Thiruvanmiyur Beach – Chennai
* Palavakkam Beach – Chennai

Project cost: ₹ 18 Cr
Project cost: ₹ 24 Cr

Key Features
* Environmental management, including beach cleanliness and solid waste management
* Bathing water quality monitoring
* Environmental education and awareness programmes
* Safety and security infrastructure for beach visitors
* Sustainable visitor amenities and eco-friendly beach facilities