Rajasthan to Form Tourism Board to Boost Economic Development
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Government Initiative | Rajasthan government plans to establish a Tourism Board. |
| Objective | Enhance the tourism industry's role in economic development. |
| Tourism Contribution to GDP | 14% of Rajasthan's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). |
| Benefiting Units | Over 1,200 tourism units receiving industry status advantages. |
| Upcoming Plans | Include international tour operators in the tourism mart to boost foreign tourist inflow. |
| Related National Initiatives | |
| - Swadesh Darshan Scheme | Develops theme-based tourist circuits (e.g., Buddhist, Coastal, Desert, Eco). |
| - PRASAD Scheme | Focuses on the development and beautification of pilgrimage sites. |
| - HRIDAY Scheme | Aims to preserve and revitalize heritage cities. |
| - Paryatan Parv | Nationwide campaign to encourage domestic tourism through cultural events. |
| - Dekho Apna Desh Initiative | Promotes domestic tourism by exploring India's diverse landscapes and heritage. |
| - Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat | Encourages cultural integration through state pairings, enhancing domestic tourism. |