STATES

Going with the digital trends

As Maharashtra ranks first on utsav.gov.in portal, Valsa Nair Singh, Principal Secretary, Tourism department, Govt. of Maharashtra, says she is glad her department is keeping pace with the digital trends. TT Bureau During the pandemic, the Union Ministry of Tourism (MoT) launched its website utsav.gov.in and called for content of …

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Maha to check over-tourism

Sustainable tourism policy of the state will help disperse tourists to outskirts, reduce impact on environment and benefit locals, says Dr Dhananjay Sawalkar, Joint MD, Directorate of Tourism, Maharashtra. Hazel Jain The Directorate of Tourism, Maharashtra, is keen on promoting unique things that the state has to offer to attract …

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States ready for big tourism leap

Two years after the pandemic brought tourism to a halt in the country, the industry looks well set for recovery. State tourism boards are planning a slew of measures, including media campaigns and other promotional strategies, to revive the confidence of travel fraternity and prepare them to take out maximum …

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Sindhudurg: Maha’s hidden treasure

Sindhudurg, unknown to many in India, is the only place in Maharashtra that is approved for scuba and deep diving, apart from many other unique things. Red Carpet Travels has decided to promote this beautiful destination under the banner of Konkanut Cove and act as a Destination Management Company for …

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Telangana plans tourism push

Telangana, trying to make sure that tourists not only come to the state, but also have an extended stay, has several  projects in pipeline, including promotion of Hyderabad as an aviation hub. Announcement of infrastructure development worth more than `2,000 crores for the state capital is also likely to help …

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Goa needs to revive old markets

With its main source markets of Russia and Ukraine closed down, Goa will need to revive its traditional markets such as Germany, Poland and the UK by this October, says Nilesh Shah, President, Travel & Tourism Association of Goa. Hazel Jain Goa’s tourism industry is facing a difficult time. Not …

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Goa beyond the usual

Goa is known for the sun, sea and sand, but the state government also wants to showcase the other sides of Goa, and for that it has been focussing on heritage, hinterland, adventure and other facets of tourism in the state. Nisha Verma Claiming that the last two years have …

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