Question : Development of Tourism Infrastructure in Jharkhand

(a) whether the Government is contemplating beautification and development of tourist places in Jharkhand especially in Ranchi and Deoghar to promote tourism in the State;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the efforts being taken by the Government in this regard along with the steps taken by the Government to propagate the festivals celebrated in Jharkhand;
(c) whether the Government proposes to make tourist circuits to promote tourism in the State of Jharkhand and if so, the details thereof; and
(d) the funds allocated and expenditure incurred in this regard during the last three years?

MINISTER OF STATE FOR TOURISM (INDEPENDENT CHARGE)
(DR. MAHESH SHARMA)

(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. Ministry of Tourism has sanctioned the projects given at annexure for development and beautification of tourist places in Jharkhand.

(c): Pursuant to budget announcements of 2014-15 the Ministry of Tourism had launched Swadesh Darshan scheme for integrated development of identified theme based tourist circuits in different States and Union Territories including Jharkhand. Another Scheme (Pilgrimage rejuvenation and spiritual augmentation drive) “PRASAD” has also launched for development and beautification of Pilgrimage sites in the country. 23 sites has been identified for development under this scheme as on date.

(d): No funds have been allocated in this regard during the last three years.
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