53 Swadesh Darshan 2.0 projects sanctioned at ₹2,207.08 crore

The question asked the Ministry of Tourism for details on projects sanctioned, funds released, and footfall data under the Swadesh Darshan 2.0 and PRASHAD schemes, specifically for Uttar Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh. It also inquired about pending proposals, monitoring mechanisms, and infrastructure development in eastern Uttar Pradesh.

Asked by Shri Shashank Mani and Shri Prabhakar Reddy Vemireddy; Answered by the Ministry of Tourism (Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat).

• 53 projects sanctioned under Swadesh Darshan 2.0 with a total cost of ₹2,207.08 Crore.
• 54 projects sanctioned under PRASHAD in 28 States/UTs with an estimated cost of ₹1,726.74 Crore.
• The Ministry holds regular review meetings and uses a Central Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee to track progress.
• A 2021 IIM Rohtak evaluation report stated PRASHAD improved visitor satisfaction, ease of travel, and aesthetics at heritage sites.
• Projects have been sanctioned in eastern Uttar Pradesh, including Deoria district, under Swadesh Darshan, Swadesh Darshan 2.0, and PRASHAD.
• The schemes aim to enhance tourism infrastructure, last-mile connectivity, and local employment.

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