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After Union Budget presentation, Minister of Tourism thanks Prime Minister and Finance Minister for the focus placed on development of infrastructure, connectivity and border linkages, which, he says, will boost tourism in India. Nisha Verma G Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of Tourism, Culture and DoNER, said that an additional amount …

Amid challeges posed by COVID-19 worldwide, Rupinder Brar, Additional Director General, Ministry of Tourism, shares how India is preparing not only to welcome tourists whenever travel restarts, but also trying to be the best destination to attract investment in tourism sector. Nisha Verma While Omicron has brought travel to a …

At Expo2020 Dubai’s ‘Meet in India’ session, Rakesh Verma, Additional Secretary, Ministry of  Tourism, claimed that the government is working to position India as preferred destination for trade and social events. Nisha Verma Rakesh Verma claimed that the government is working with events industry to position India as a preferred …

Arvind Singh, Secretary, MOT, said that tourism sustainability is about supporting local community and preserving the environment of a region. Nisha Verma Arvind Singh, Secretary, Ministry of Tourism (MOT), said that sustainable tourism is the tourism that leaves the local community at least in a position they are before the …

Keeping in view Omicron variant’s scare, Ministry of Tourism had subdued celebration of National Tourism Day this year. Under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, MOT organised virtual event that lasted for two hours. Nisha Verma The theme for the National Tourism Day celebration was ‘Rural and Community Centric Tourism’. The Chief …

Rakesh Verma, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, shares that the government is working on a new portal for Incredible India, which will focus on digitising content and allow the industry to be an active part of it. Nisha Verma The Ministry of Tourism has taken a lot of digital initiatives …

Rakesh Verma, Additional Secretary, Tourism, shares details on the five missions that will be an integral part of National Tourism Policy to make the sector (tour operators) competitive. The aim is also to make tourism sector sustainable. Nisha Verma Rakesh Verma participated in the 36th IATO convention, where he was …

G. Kamala Vardhan Rao, Director General, Ministry of Tourism, speaking at the 36th IATO Annual Convention in Gandhinagar says, vaccination will play a pivotal role in giving confidence to international tourists visiting India. Nisha Verma Kamala Vardhan Rao, Director General, Ministry of Tourism believes that vaccination will play a major …

Arvind Singh, Secretary, MoT, addressed tourism sector’s move towards sustainable practices. The perception is that the destinations must adopt a holistic approach to demonstrate sustainable development management, maximise social and economic benefits, minimize environmental impact and safeguard cultural heritage. Janice Alyosius Arvind Singh, Secretary, MoT, delivering the key-note address on …

The GoI introduced the LGSCATSS scheme, to provide financial aid to travel experts to help them recoup after COVID-19. G Kishan Reddy, Minister for Tourism, Culture, and DoNER, gave sanction letters to stakeholders granted loans under the scheme. Janice Alyosius To fulfil the commitment of the Government of India towards …