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Ministry of Tourism’s initiatives to promote Tourism
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The Ministry of Tourism in 2024 focused on infrastructure development, sustainable tourism, global promotion, and skill development, with initiatives under schemes like Swadesh Darshan 2.0, PRASHAD, and SASCI.
Major Initiatives and Achievements of the Ministry of Tourism in 2024
- Swadesh Darshan Scheme: Ministry of Tourism has sanctioned a total of 76 projects for an amount of Rs.5287.90 Crore under the Swadesh Darshan Scheme, out of which 75 projects are physically complete.
- The scheme has been revamped as Swadesh Darshan 2.0 (SD2.0) to focus on sustainable and responsible tourism.
- 34 projects sanctioned under SD2.0 worth ?793.20 crore.
- Introduced a Challenge-Based Destination Development initiative with four thematic categories:
- Spiritual Tourism, Culture & Heritage, Vibrant Villages, and Ecotourism.
- 42 destinations identified for development under these themes.
- PRASHAD Scheme (Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Augmentation Drive): 48 projects sanctioned worth ?1646.99 crore; 23 projects completed.
- Assistance to Central Agencies Scheme: 65 projects sanctioned worth ?937.56 crore; 38 projects completed.
- Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI): 40 projects sanctioned across 23 states for ?3295.76 crore to develop iconic tourist centers with interest-free loans for 50 years.
- Tourism Statistics (2023)
- International Tourist Arrivals (ITAs): 18.89 million.
- Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs): 9.52 million.
- Domestic Tourist Visits (DTVs): 2509 million.
- Foreign Exchange Earnings (FEEs): ?231,927 crore.
Swadesh Darshan Scheme
PRASHAD Scheme
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