‘MOT must up its game’: VP

Speaking at World Tourism Day 2024, Jagdeep Dhankhar, Vice President of India, said that MOT must be in action 24×7 to reap the benefits of India’s transformation into a leading global tourism destination.

TT Bureau

Jagdeep Dhankhar, Vice President of India, emphasised the country’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage, offering tourism opportunities year-round. As he noted, “India is a global tourism destination for all seasons.”
Underscoring the role of tourism in fostering peace and economic development, he stressed, “Tourism contributes massively to peace. The entire world is yearning for peace, and any conflagration anywhere is a pain for all. By connecting people, tourism serves as a powerful force for harmony and cultural exchange.”

He highlighted the challenges the MOT and MoCA will face due to the industry’s rapid growth. “The ministries will be going through a tough time ahead because tourism is booming, and you will have to be in action 24×7 to fully exploit the enormous potential of tourism in this country,” he said. He praised the government’s efforts to improve infrastructure.