Maharashtra is poised to launch a massive tourism plan. With an INR 2,500 crore plan, this Indian state is all set to expand its tourist network in a vision that stretches all the way to 2047. This move is estimated to accomplish two major goals. The first is to provide employment opportunities, and the second is to boost the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the state. Tourism in Maharashtra is about to get a major facelift.
Maharashtra’s Tourism Plan: INR 2,500 Crore For 100 New Circuits
As of now, tourism in Maharashtra is limited to just five major hubs. They are: Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Nagpur, and Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (formerly known as Aurangabad). However, the government now plans to add a total of 100 new tourism sub-circuits.
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A budget of INR 2,500 crore has been earmarked for this humongous project, with 25 crores for each sub-network. This marks the government’s shift in focus towards micro-tourism units as opposed to macro ones.
These micro-tourism sites will be developed based on specific themes like pilgrimage sites, heritage and forts, culinary and agro-tourism, and more!
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Digital Portal To Incorporate 100,000 Tourism Units
In addition to the physical infrastructure, the government is also planning to provide digital infrastructure in the form of a portal. This portal will act as a one-stop platform for all tourist needs, from information to booking.
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If reports are to go by, the portal will incorporate as many as 100,000 tourism units along with comprehensive guides and information about how to reach, booking links, etc. This will equip tourists with a reliable source of information when traveling to new places in Maharashtra.
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FAQs
Which division will get these new tourism networks?
The circuits will be spread out in all five divisions for a balanced regional growth in the tourism sector.
How Will The Digital Portal Help Tourists?
It will serve as a one-stop shop for booking, information, and how-to-reach guides.
When Will The Digital Portal Be Updated?
As many as 50,000 tourism units are expected to be integrated into the porta by the end of 2026.
