Once envisioned as a vibrant hub to promote the rich flavour of Koraput Coffee, the district’s first Coffee Trails Park now lies in neglect. Built with the goal of offering visitors a peaceful environment to enjoy freshly brewed local coffee, the park has instead become a shelter for stray cattle, dogs, and anti-social elements.

Situated right in front of the Koraput District Collector’s Office, the Coffee Trails Park was inaugurated just nine months ago amid much enthusiasm. On that day, local MLA and officials sipped steaming cups of Koraput coffee, celebrating the start of what was expected to be a model tourism and recreation project.

However, due to a lack of coordination between departments and poor maintenance, the park’s coffee stall remains non-functional. The once-bustling even

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