(a) whether the Government has formulated/amended tourism policy for the development and promotion of tourism in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the Government is considering to get International Co-operation in this field; and
(d) if so, the details thereof and the progress made in this regard?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF TOURISM (SHRI SULTAN AHMED)
(a) and (b): The latest Tourism Policy of the Government was formulated in 2002 after
detailed interactions with the industry associations, concerned Ministries & Departments
of Central Government, State Governments and other stakeholders. The main objectives of
the policy are to position tourism as a major engine of economic growth and to harness
its direct and multiplier effects for employment and poverty eradication in an
environmentally sustainable manner.
(c) and (d): Ministry of Tourism, Government of India has signed Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU)/ Agreement on Tourism Cooperation with 46 countries.