For a first, two Indian cities of Kerala join UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities

New Delhi, September 06: It is indeed good news for India, Kerala's Nilambur and Thrissur have joined the list of UNESCO global network of learning cities. With that, the cities have become the nation's first entrants in the UNESCO GLC.

 

 

As per the announcement, a total of 77 cities from 44 countries have joined the UNESCO GLC. The UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities is an international policy-oriented network that paves way for the development and progress of other cities by sharing ideas and innovations on a global platform. The cities included in the list can benefit greatly from the exchange of ideas and solutions for development with other cities.

 

For unreserved, Nilamubur is a major eco-tourism destination in Kerala. It is primarily marked by various socio-economic patterns and a mix of urban and rural populations. The majority of the population depends on agriculture and allied industries.

 

 

 

It is a growing city whose objective is to promote sustainable development, gender equality, inclusivity, and democracy through community ownership. Under this initiative, the city aims to ensure employment opportunities and UN Sustainable Development Goal- 2 of 'zero hunger.

 

The city also aims to provide equal opportunity for growth to women by ensuring equal opportunities in all sectors, promoting capacity-building, and reducing harassment.

 

 

The city is mainly known for its development of healthcare facilities. It provides free healthcare facilities to all citizens and utilizes health volunteers to offer door-to-door treatment for bedded patients.

 

While Thrissur is known as the cultural capital of Kerala. It is a prime destination for some famous academic and research industries. Moreover, Thrissur is the headquarters of four leading private sector banks in India and an important number of chit funds.

 

A standing committee is takes all the key decisions on finance, development, health, education, welfare, public works and urban planning in the city. With its support, the city intends to integrate all sectoral and economic strategies into its master plan.