Meeshapulimala opens to tourists as Neelakurinji blooms
The Meeshapulimala hill range has been opened to visitors following the unexpected flowering of Neelakurinji, a plant that normally blooms only at lower elevations. Officials say the high‑altitude bloom is unusual, prompting the tourism department to permit guided treks and sightseeing. The event is being highlighted as a rare natural spectacle for local and nature enthusiasts.