Tulah Clinical Wellness Sanctuary set to begin operations from April 2025
Kozhikode: The Tulah Clinical Wellness Sanctuary, a revolutionary wellness retreat combining traditional healing practices with modern medical advancements, is set to open in April 2025 in Chelembra, near Kozhikode Airport. Spread across 30 acres, this visionary project has been developed under the leadership of Faizal E. Kottikollon, founder and chairman of KEF Holdings. Built with an investment of ₹1,000 crore, Tulah aims to redefine global wellness by integrating Ayurveda, Chinese, and Tibetan medicine, yoga, meditation, sports rehabilitation, and genome-based treatments.
The sanctuary was soft-launched on February 22, attended by UAE Minister of Economic Affairs Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri and former NITI Aayog CEO and G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant.
Speaking about Tulah’s philosophy, Faizal Kottikollon emphasized the importance of design, nature, and mindful living. He explained that the sanctuary's architecture flows seamlessly with nature, enhancing a sense of peace and tranquility.
"Design plays a very important role in our lives because if you have a good flowing design, your mind is always calm. If your mind is calm, everything will be okay. That is why we chose a flowing architecture for Tulah," Faizal shared.
The sanctuary has been designed to preserve two of the oldest trees on the site, wrapping the entire structure around them without sharp corners. "When you step into Tulah, you will feel the peace. Everything is flowing, just like water. We have mountains in the background, and the architecture reflects that natural flow. That is the beauty of Tulah," he added.
Beyond physical wellness, Tulah also focuses on mental well-being, fitness, and longevity. "We, as human beings, are always looking for happiness and success, but how do we get there? That is where mindfulness, fitness, and nutrition come in. We are not compartmentalized beings—our wellness should be holistic," he explained.
Tulah also seeks to educate people on aging gracefully and increasing lifespan through better nutrition, fitness, and mindfulness. Faizal highlighted that Ayurveda, the world’s oldest medicinal system, recognized over 5,000 years ago that humans have the potential to live up to 120 years.
"Today, the average life expectancy in developed nations is around 82-83 years, while in developing nations, it is even shorter. This is largely due to lifestyle choices. Tulah will teach people how to live beyond 100 years through scientifically backed lifestyle changes," he said.
Tulah Clinical Wellness Sanctuary is designed to offer an all-encompassing healing experience, featuring 65 luxurious suites with panoramic views of the Western Ghats. It includes a dedicated sports rehabilitation center and sports medicine facilities for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
One of Tulah’s standout innovations is its organic medicinal garden, home to around 400 medicinal plants, with plans to expand it into a large-scale medicinal forest.
A groundbreaking feature of the sanctuary is the world’s first patented Ayurvedic oil bath bed, developed with European technical support. Unlike traditional wooden oil beds, this hygienic, scientifically advanced bed has secured patents in the European Union, the UK, and Asia.
Tulah is also pioneering genome-based treatments, offering personalized wellness programs based on an individual's genetic and microbiome analysis. These services will be made available through ‘Tulah Tech,’ an AI-powered online app.
Tulah Clinical Wellness Sanctuary is closely linked to Meitra Hospital in Kozhikode, a premier healthcare facility under KEF Holdings. This strategic partnership is expected to position Kerala as a global hub for medical value tourism, attracting international visitors seeking holistic healing and scientific wellness treatments.
Faizal Kottikollon has also announced ambitious plans to establish 100 Tulah Centers worldwide under the brand ‘Urban Tulah’. These centers, each spanning 10,000 square feet, will bring premium wellness solutions to major cities. The first Urban Tulah center is set to open in Dubai.
Faizal E. Kottikollon, the son of P.K. Ahmed, founder of Kozhikode-based Peekay Steel, has been a trailblazer in business, healthcare, and philanthropy. Alongside his wife, Shabana Faizal, he runs the Faizal & Shabana Foundation, which actively supports social and educational development initiatives.
Shabana hails from Mangaluru in Karnataka state of India. She is the only daughter of prominent businessman and socio religious leader Late B Ahmed Haji Mohiudeen who founded the prestigious BA Group of Businesses in Thumbay near Mangaluru.
Faizal E. Kottikollon, and Shabana Faizal
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Kangana Ranaut sparks row: Claims Gandhi made 'Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram' the national anthem
New Delhi: A significant political controversy has erupted following the Modi government's decision to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), a move that has drawn sharp criticism from opposition parties. The row was further fueled by BJP MP Kangana Ranaut, who, while defending the name change, erroneously claimed that Mahatma Gandhi had made the devotional song "Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram" India’s national anthem.
The central government has rebranded the flagship rural employment scheme from MGNREGA to the "Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission," abbreviated as VB-G RAM G. The removal of Mahatma Gandhi's name from the scheme has been termed an insult to the Father of the Nation by the Congress and other opposition parties.
When questioned by the media outside Parliament regarding the opposition's allegations, Mandi MP Kangana Ranaut defended the government's decision by invoking Mahatma Gandhi's devotion to Lord Ram.
"How is naming it 'Ram Ji' an insult to Gandhi ji?" Ranaut asked. "Mahatma Gandhi made 'Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram' the national anthem to organize the entire country. Therefore, this is an insult to Mahatma Gandhi? The government is fulfilling his dream by giving it the name of Ram."
Ranaut's claim regarding the national anthem was immediately seized upon by the opposition. Congress leader Supriya Shrinate shared the video of Ranaut’s statement on social media, tweeting sarcastically, "Come on brother, today we learned a new national anthem! The BJP is full of such gems."
Social media users also trolled the MP for the factual error. One user quipped, "Kangana ji forgot to mention that Bapu made this the national anthem after the country got independence in 2014," while another commented that the party finds people who "don't use their brains while forwarding WhatsApp messages."
Beyond the social media mockery, senior Congress leaders criticised the renaming on ideological grounds. Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot took to X (formerly Twitter) to condemn the move.
"The biggest irony is that Mahatma Gandhi was a lifelong devotee of Lord Ram and said 'Hey Ram' in his last moments," Gehlot wrote. "Today, the central government is making a despicable attempt to sideline Gandhi ji under the guise of the same 'Ram' name (VB-G RAM G), which is highly condemnable."
मनरेगा का नाम बदलने की केंद्र सरकार की कवायद महात्मा गांधी के प्रति उनकी ओछी मानसिकता और असम्मान का प्रमाण है। सरकार पहले 'पूज्य बापू' के नाम का शिगूफा छोड़ती है और फजीहत होने पर अब 'विकसित भारत-गारंटी फॉर रोजगार एंड आजीविका मिशन (VB-G RAM G)' जैसा नाम थोपना चाहती है। बार-बार नाम…
— Ashok Gehlot (@ashokgehlot51) December 15, 2025
गांधी जी ने ‘रघुपति राघव राजा राम’ को लेकर नेशनल एंथम बनाया था
— Supriya Shrinate (@SupriyaShrinate) December 16, 2025
BJP MP कंगना रनौत
चलो भाई आज नया नेशनल एंथम भी पता चला है!
BJP में एक से एक शिरोमणि भरे पड़े हैं 😂🤣 pic.twitter.com/9DvyV5xLb1
