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By Express News ServiceTHIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In a measure to boost tourism, the Forest Department has introduced bamboo rafting and bowl boating in Kottur. The bamboo rafting experience will offer people a 30-minute ride through the Neyyar river near the Kottur Elephant Rehabilitation Centre. The two bamboo boats which have been deployed can accommodate a maximum of 16 people and are slated to be operational for up to one year. “The eco-friendly project aims to utilise available resources to the maximum,” said Bindu Mani S, DTPC secretary and Tourism Department deputy director. The bowl boats are available for rides on all days between 7.30 am and 1 pm and between 3pm and 6pm..