[5] In December 2018, it was renamed, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as Swaraj Dweep as a tribute to Subhas Chandra Bose.

Bose had hoisted the Indian flag at Port Blair on 30 December 1943 and proclaimed the Andaman and Nicobar Islands as liberated from British rule.

[6] Swaraj Dweep is one of the few places that the administration of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands union territory of India has permitted and encouraged development of tourism, with a focus on promoting eco-tourism.

Swaraj Dweep avoided much of the devastation by the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and its resulting tsunami and there were no documented casualties.

[7] On 30 December 2018, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that Havelock Island would be renamed as Swaraj Dweep.

[12] A Blue Flag beach is an eco-tourism model endeavouring to provide the tourists or beachgoers clean and hygienic bathing water, facilities, safe and healthy environment.

Dive into the crystal clear waters and discover vibrant coral reefs, exotic marine life, and underwater rock formations.

Located a short boat ride away from Havelock Island, Elephant Beach is known for its vibrant coral reefs and various water activities.

You can also enjoy other water sports activities like jet skiing, parasailing, sea walking, banana boat rides and many more here.

Walk on the sandy seabed and witness the incredible marine life up close, making memories that will last a lifetime.

Internet connectivity at Swaraj Dweep has improved since the undersea cable from Chennai to Port Blair has been laid.