117 projects worth ₹5756.62 crore sanctioned under tourism schemes

The MPs asked the Ministry of Tourism to provide details on infrastructure development, digital promotion, and the progress of the 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat' initiative, as well as steps taken to enhance international tourist arrivals and niche tourism products.

Asked by: Shri Chintamani Maharaj and Smt. Kamlesh Jangde; Answered by: Ministry of Tourism (Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat).

• 117 projects worth Rs. 5756.62 crores sanctioned in the last two years under schemes including Swadesh Darshan 2.0, Challenge Based Destination Development, and PRASHAD.
• The 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat' (EBSB) initiative is implemented by the Ministry of Education, with the Ministry of Tourism participating through events like Bharat Parv and student exchange programs via Institutes of Hotel Management.
• The e-Visa facility is available under nine sub-categories for nationals of 174 countries.
• 53 tourism routes have been identified under the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS-UDAN) in coordination with the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
• National Strategies have been formulated for Sustainable Tourism, Rural Tourism, MICE, Adventure Tourism, Eco-tourism, and Medical & Wellness Tourism.
• The 'Incredible India Digital Platform' was revamped in September 2024 to offer multi-language content and booking services.

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