Thiruvananthapuram, Oct. 16 -- The Kerala Responsible Tourism (RT) Mission Society of the Department of Tourism has invited applications from women units registered with it for financial assistance towards women-friendly tourism initiatives.

Women units registered with the RT Mission Society are eligible for financial support for initiatives such as Fresh Up Homes and Women RT Clubs, in addition to entrepreneurship development and one-time financial aid for women-led enterprises.

Around 50 units will receive Rs. 25,000 each (in two instalments) for setting up Fresh Up Homes.

In the first phase, these facilities can be established in houses selected for village tour packages and linked with existing homestay, farm stay, or ethnic cuisine ...