(a) whether any scheme for the development of international tourism spot at Bodh Gaya was received from
the local area Member of Parliament;
(b) if so, the reaction of the Government thereto; and
(c) the steps taken to develop the spot?
(a) whether any scheme for the development of international tourism spot at Bodh Gaya was received from
the local area Member of Parliament;
(b) if so, the reaction of the Government thereto; and
(c) the steps taken to develop the spot?
MINISTER OF TOURISM AND CULTURE (SHRI ANANTHKUMAR)
(a): Yes, Sir. A project report prepared by Shree Vishnupad Prabandha-karini Samiti, Gaya for bringing Gaya on
international map was received from the Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) from Gaya.
(b): As development of tourist/pilgrim places is primarily undertaken by State Governments/UT Administrations,
the letter of the Member of Parliament along-with the project report was sent to Government of Bihar for
necessary action.
(c): The details of Central financial assistance extended for tourism projects of Bodh Gaya during the last three
years are as under:-
S.No. Year Name of project AmountSanctioned AmountReleased
1. 1998-99 Illumination of Mahabodhi Temple 24.00 12.00
2. - do - Buddha Mahotsav 13.56 13.56
3. 2000-2001 Buddha Mahotsav 7.50 3.75