Amini Island

Amini Island is an inhabited coral island in the Lakshadweep archipelago, located in the Arabian Sea off the coast of Kerala. Part of the Amini subgroup within the Amindivi Islands, it lies between Kadmat and Kavaratti. The oval-shaped island is known for its white sandy beaches, surrounding coral reef and lagoon, traditional coir craft, and historic mosques. It is one of the more densely populated islands in Lakshadweep and retains a traditional island village character.

Visitors can expect a small oval coral island with white sandy beaches, a shallow lagoon and coral reef surrounding the island, and a traditional village settlement in the interior. The island has narrow lanes, coconut groves, historic mosques, a lighthouse, and coir-making workshops. Activities centre on beach walks, lagoon views, photography, and observing local island life. Access is by boat from Agatti or Kavaratti and requires a prior entry permit from the Lakshadweep Administration.

Amini is one of the earliest inhabited islands in Lakshadweep and part of the historic Amindivi group. The island has a long tradition of coir production and was historically an important centre for coir rope making in the archipelago. Old mosques on the island reflect its long-standing settlement history.

The island has a predominantly Muslim community with traditional island culture, fishing and coir craft as main livelihoods. Coir making, coconut-based handicrafts, and local cuisine are central to the island's cultural identity. Mosques serve as important community and cultural centres.