Kerala: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra visits Asia’s oldest teak plantation, Connolly’s Plot in Nilambur
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Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, the Congress MP from Wayanad, took a fascinating trip to Asia’s oldest teak plantation, the Connolly Plot in Nilambur, Kerala. This spot sits in the Malappuram district and draws attention for its rich history in teak production.
She shared eye-catching photos from the visit on social media, highlighting how Nilambur teak stands out as a top treasure from Wayanad. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Priyanka wrote: “Nilambur teak is famous across the world. A prized product of Wayanad, it has been used in Buckingham Palace, Rolls-Royce cars and more. The Connolly Plantation is the oldest such plantation in Asia, and teak from here is auctioned to the public every week.”
During the tour, officials explained the ins and outs of teak sales and processing to her. Priyanka called it a real eye-opener, saying, “It was very interesting to be briefed on the treasure trove that these forests are and to understand how teak is sold and processed.”
Before heading to the plantation, she stopped by Chettiyalathur village in Wayanad. There, she chatted with locals and sat down with the District Collector and other officials. They talked about tackling tough local challenges. In another X post, she shared: “After we visited Chettiyalathur and interacted with the people who live there, we held a detailed discussion with the District Collector and other officials about how to help resolve some of the complex and pressing issues they are facing. Hopefully some progress will be made in the next few meetings—this was at least a good start.”
Priyanka’s Wayanad visit also included a stop at the serene Sree Kunnath Mahavishnu Temple in Manassery, Kozhikode district, Kerala. She described the experience as deeply moving, full of peace and spiritual vibes. On X, she posted: “My visit to the Sree Kunnath Mahavishnu Temple, Manassery, Mukkam was deeply touching. Its serenity and spirituality are apparent. Many lovely ladies waited their turn to pay their respects. Meeting them was very special too… not to mention being weighed in bananas (one too many, maybe!).”
She raved about the temple’s stunning painted walls and an impressive hand-carved chariot made by two brothers she met there. “The beautifully painted temple walls, and the fascinating hand-carved chariot were a joy to behold. There is so much tradition and talent in Wayanad—it is truly a place for all to visit,” Priyanka added.
These visits show Priyanka Gandhi Vadra’s close connection to her Wayanad constituency, blending nature, community, and culture in Kerala.
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