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While the Andaman, Nicobar and Lakshadweep inhabit prominent spots on the Indian traveller's bucket list, there are other picture-perfect islands in India that have managed to stay under the radar.

With temperatures set to soar for the next few months, we thought it was time to reveal a few secret Indian beaches – stunning stretches of sun-kissed sand or cool coves that remain uncrowded even on a holiday weekend.