How many beaches in India are currently in the coveted list of Blue Beaches?

·     Two more Indian Beaches, Minicoy Thundi and Kadmat have entered the coveted list of Blue Beaches . ·     India now has 12 Blue Flag beaches, an eco - label honoured as the cleanest beaches in the world . ·     The recognition is marked to be India ’ s commitment to safeguarding and preserving the pristine coastal and marine environment through holistic management of the resources . ·     List of 12 Blue Flag Beaches in India     Learn Along : ·     There are almost 33 criteria that must be fulfilled to qualify for a Blue Flag certification . ·     Some of these criteria include water meeting certain quality standards, having waste disposal facilities, being disabled - friendly, having first aid equipment, and having no access to pets in the main areas of the beach . Some criteria are voluntary and some are compulsory .