Kottayam a proud district of Kerala created history by becoming the first tobacco free district in India on 27 September 2008 Known as the first town in India to achieve 100 percent literacy this land once again led the nation with social responsibility With united efforts of administration health services media and civil society Kottayam set an inspiring national benchmark The Indian Book of Records acknowledges this milestone as a model of awareness discipline and collective determination.
Educational institutions hospitals cultural and religious groups stood together to protect future generations from tobacco harm Strong media support community participation and informed citizens powered this movement with purpose and compassion Surrounded by the Western Ghats backwaters fields and legends Kottayam truly reflects the land of letters legends latex and lakes Recognized by the Indian Book of Records this achievement motivates India to believe that positive change is always possible.
