Mehsana tourism answer omits 3-year financial data, cites state responsibility

The MP asked the Ministry of Tourism whether the government has assessed the potential of specific sites in Mehsana district as an integrated tourism circuit, and requested details on infrastructure, financial assistance, and promotional steps. The Ministry replied that development is primarily a state responsibility but listed central schemes and sanctioned projects in Gujarat.

Asked by: Shri Haribhai Patel; Answered by: Ministry of Tourism (Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat)

• Development and promotion of tourism is primarily done by the State Government/UT Administration.
• Central schemes mentioned include Swadesh Darshan (SD), Swadesh Darshan 2.0 (SD2.0), Challenge Based Destination Development (CBDD), PRASHAD, and SASCI.
• The State Government of Gujarat has informed that it assessed the potential of the listed Mehsana destinations (Modhera Sun Temple, Thol Lake, etc.) as an integrated circuit.
• The State Government stated these destinations have adequate last-mile connectivity, signage, parking, and visitor amenities.
• Annexure lists specific sanctioned projects in Gujarat, including 'Development of Vadnagar-Modhera' (₹91.12 Crore, 2016-17) and 'Transformation of Sharmishtha Culture & Lake' (₹17.29 Crore, 2024-2025).
• The Ministry promotes destinations through initiatives in domestic and international markets.

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