(a)Whether 15 major tourist destinations in the country are proposed
to be developed to world class level ;
(b) If so. the details thereof ;
(c) Whether it is proposed to include Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu also ;
(d) If so, the details thereof; and
(e) If not, the reasons therefor ?
THE MINISTER OF TOURISM AND CULTURE (SMT. AMBIKA SONI)
(a): Ministry of Tourism plans to improve the quality of tourism infrastructure
at major heritage sites, cultural monuments and places of tourism significance.
(b), (c), (d) & (e): Development of tourism is primarily the responsibility of the
State/UT Governments. In order to ensure development of world class tourism
infrastructure in the country, it is proposed to develop major tourist destinations/
circuits in the country by sanctioning central financial assistance to the tune of
Rs.25 crore for development of a destination and Rs. 50 crore for development of
a tourist circuit. Selection of such destinations/circuits is based on detailed
consultations with State/UT Governments, subject to inter-se-priority and
availability of funds.