Kurinji – India’s First GIS and Real-Time Monitoring Initiative in Ecotourism

Kurinji is a comprehensive digital platform designed to enhance visitor experiences and support efficient ecotourism management. Launched at Meeshapulimala in Munnar during the Neelakurinji blooming season, the initiative marks India’s first use of GIS technology and real-time monitoring in the ecotourism sector.

Developed by Leopard Tech Labs for KFDC, Kurinji connects convenient trip planning with visitor safety and forest management. Its online booking facility helps tourists plan their visits while enabling authorities to manage visitor numbers and respond to crowding.

Visitors scan QR codes upon entry and exit, allowing authorities to track the number of people present at the destination in real time. Parking management supports organised vehicle movement, while emergency support enables visitors to request immediate assistance when needed.

With multilingual support and essential destination information, Kurinji helps travellers access details about attractions, operating hours, amenities, history, and ecological guidelines—all through a single platform.

Beyond booking and visitor management, Kurinji supports a broader vision of responsible tourism: making nature experiences more convenient and secure while helping authorities protect forests, wildlife, and sensitive habitats. Designed for use across additional destinations, the platform provides a foundation for technology-enabled ecotourism management.