Three Maharashtra Beaches receive international Blue Flag certification for the first time

Mumbai Three beaches in Maharashtra — Ladghar and Guhagar in Ratnagiri district and Shrivardhan in Raigad district — have received the international Blue Flag certification for the 2026–27 season, marking the first time beaches from the State have secured the recognition. Also read | What is the ‘Blue Flag’ certification for beaches?

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/blue-flag-beach-award-lakshadweep-certificate-explain/article66064624.ece The International Blue Flag Jury announced the certification after the three beaches met prescribed standards for environmental conservation, cleanliness, water quality, biodiversity protection, tourist safety, infrastructure and sustainable tourism management, according to the State Environment and Climate Change Department. The Blue Flag certification is an internationally recognised eco-label awarded to beaches that meet stringent environmental, safety and management standards.