(a) whether the Government proposes to develop worldclass tourist destinations in India to attract foreign and domestic tourists;
(b) if so, the details of such identified sites, State-wise;
(c) the details of the proposed construction work for the development of tourist sites to make them world class tourist places; and
(d) the estimated time likely to be taken to meet the target of development of such projects?
MINISTER OF STATE FOR TOURISM (INDEPENDENT CHARGE)
(SHRI PRAHLAD SINGH PATEL)
(a) to (d): The Ministry of Tourism under Swadesh Darshan and PRASHAD schemes is developing tourism infrastructure in the country with an objective of providing better facilities and experience to the tourists which in turn is expected to lead increased visitation of tourists at these destinations.
The details of projects sanctioned under these schemes state wise are placed at Annexure.
The major components taken up for development under the projects include Approach Roads, Tourist Facilitation/Reception/Interpretation/Amenities Centers, Way side Amenities, Convention Centres, Golf Course, Seating Plazas and Lounges, Sound and Light Shows, Development of theme parks and craft bazaars, Eco Log Huts, Solar Lighting, Jetties, Information signages, Illumination, CCTV surveillance equipment and WiFi facilities, Drinking water kiosks, Public conveniences etc.
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