SDS 2.0 and PRASHAD Schemes

What was asked, and of whom?

The question asked for details on projects sanctioned under Swadesh Darshan 2.0 and PRASHAD schemes, including funds and footfall data, specifically for Uttar Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh. The Ministry of Tourism answered.

Who asked / answered

Shri Shashank Mani and Shri Prabhakar Reddy Vemireddy (asked), Ministry of Tourism (answered)

What the government said

• 53 projects sanctioned under Swadesh Darshan 2.0 with total sanctioned cost of ₹2,207.08 Crore
• 54 projects sanctioned under PRASHAD Scheme in 28 States/UTs with estimated cost of ₹1726.74 Crore
• Third-party evaluation by IIM Rohtak in 2021 showed increased visitor satisfaction, ease of travel, and positive visitor experience at PRASHAD sites
• Projects sanctioned in Eastern Uttar Pradesh including Deoria district under Swadesh Darshan 2.0 and PRASHAD schemes

Points worth noting

• The answer does not provide specific footfall data for Andhra Pradesh as requested in part (d)
• The answer states that the Ministry of Tourism has sanctioned projects in Eastern Uttar Pradesh including Deoria district but does not specify the exact projects or their details
• The answer mentions that the Ministry holds regular review meetings and third-party evaluations but does not provide specific monitoring mechanisms or outcome indicators beyond the IIM Rohtak report