(a) whether recent heavy rains and floods in many parts of the country have caused extensive damages to many tourist spots in the country, particularly in Tamil Nadu; and
(b) if so, the estimated losses recorded as a result thereof and the funds released to the States during the current year to rebuild such tourist spots, State-wise?
THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF TOURISM (SMT. RENUKA CHOWDHURY)
(a) & (b): Development and promotion of tourist spots/places is primarily the responsibility of the State Govt. concerned. So far, no report has been received from any State Government/U.T. Administration regarding any damage caused to the tourist spots in the country due to recent heavy rains and floods.