Kerala has become the third Open Defecation Free (ODF) state in the country. The announcement was made on the state’s foundation day on Tuesday. Earlier, Himachal Pradesh and Sikkim had declared themselves Open Defecation Free.

“Kerala becomes first high density populated state in the country to achieve Open Defecation Free status today on its formation day,” Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said in a tweet.

Meanwhile, a source said three more states – Gujarat, Haryana and Uttarakhand –will be announcing themselves as ODF soon.

About Kerala

Kerala – The God’s Own Country is socially the most advanced state in India.  Kerala is the land of beauty with the long beaches, rivers with charming mountains.  The health care system is highly advanced. Modern hospitals here match facilities available in developed countries.Everyone is literate here and most are High School educated.
Wildlife Sanctuaries (WLS)

Aralam WLS
Chimmony WLS
Chinnar WLS
Chulannur Peafowl WLS
Idukki WLS
Kottiyoor WLS
Kurinjimala WLS
Malabar WLS
Mangalavanam Bird WLS
Neyyar WLS
Parambikulam WLS
Peechi-Vazhani WLS
Peppara WLS
Periyar WLS
Shendurney WLS
Thattekad Bird WLS
Wayanad WLS

National Parks

Anamudi Shola National Park
Eravikulam National Park
Mathikettan Shola National Park
Pambadum Shola National Park
Periyar National Park
Silent Valley National Park

Bio Sphere Reserves

Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve
Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve