Centre Nod To Rs 3,296-Cr Tourism Projects
PM Modi approves 40 projects across 23 States for the development of iconic tourist centres to global standards: Minister
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
The projects include the Gandikota Fort, Havelock Bridge and Pushkaram Ghat in Andhra Pradesh
New Delhi: The Centre on Friday approved an investment of Rs3,295.76 crore for taking up 40 projects across 23 States for the development of iconic tourist centres to global standards. “Tourism has the potential to bring prosperity to the lives of many. Our Government will keep focusing on enhancing India’s tourism infrastructure to ensure more people can experience the wonders of Incredible India,” PM Modi posted on X.
The Prime Minister’s comment came in response to Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat’s announcement on the approval of the projects.
“Ensuring the whole world sees every nook and corner of Bharat, one iconic site at a time! In a huge boost for Bharat’s tourism sector, our govt led by PM Narendra Modi has approved 40 projects across 23 States under the Special Assistance to States/Union Territories for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme, to develop iconic tourist centers to global standards,” Minister Shekhawat said on X.
These projects, worth Rs3,295.76 crore will foster local economies and create employment through sustainable tourism.
