Xandari Pearl Strengthens Women-Led Kudumbashree Enterprises Through Local Sourcing

The collaboration began in 2018. Over the past eight years, Xandari Pearl Beach Resort has worked closely with Kudumbashree units, consistently sourcing approximately 60 kg of traditional food products such as puttu podi, appam podi, and ari podi every month. This steady sourcing model has evolved into a structured livelihood support system, where tourism directly strengthens women-led microenterprises across Kerala.

“Our eight-year partnership with Kudumbashree reflects how we define responsible tourism, not as an initiative, but as a long-term commitment embedded in our operations. By prioritising local sourcing, we are creating consistent income opportunities for women-led enterprises while ensuring that the benefits of tourism remain within the community,” said Arvind Gangadharan, Chief Xperience Officer, Xandari Resorts.

“Xandari Pearl Resorts has consistently contributed to our income through this collaboration. Due care has been taken by one and all in the production centers in executing every purchase order. We value this continued association and look forward to strengthening it further,” added Anuradha, a representative of Kudumbashree.

Together, Xandari Resorts and Kudumbashree have shown that when hospitality and grassroots enterprise align, the impact extends far beyond business, strengthening families, communities, and local economies. As the partnership enters its eighth year, Xandari Pearl reaffirms its commitment to expanding local sourcing initiatives and deepening its engagement with women-led enterprises in the region.

About Xandari Resorts

Xandari Resorts, a unit of The Muthoot Group, is a boutique collection of luxury resorts built around immersive travel experiences that celebrate nature, culture, and responsible tourism. Guided by the principles of community, collaboration, and conservation, the brand focuses on creating meaningful connections between travellers and the destinations they explore, while supporting local ecosystems and communities.

In India, Xandari Pearl Beach Resort sits along the shores of Marari Beach, while Cardamom County by Xandari offers cottage-style stays near the Periyar Tiger Reserve. Xandari Riverscapes operates a fleet of traditional kettuvallam houseboats recognised with Gold Star and Green Palm ratings by Kerala Tourism. Internationally, Xandari Resort & Spa is set within a private rainforest in Costa Rica. Across its resorts, Xandari continues to deliver sustainable hospitality experiences that blend authentic local character with thoughtful design and warm service for travellers.

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