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EEMA is collaborating with the MOT to formulate a strategy for wedding tourism. Prerana Agarwal Saxena, Lead, EEMA Wedding Council, SAID, “This strategy comprises a 10-point agenda recommended by EEMA to the ministry and is expected to be finalized by the end of this year.”  

Rakesh Verma, Additional Secretary, MOT, said, “Accommodation is one of the essential features for the development and growth of a destination. We are working with the tourism and hospitality industry on investment promotions and encouraging investments in destinations with enormous potential.”

G Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of Tourism & Culture, “We are collaborating with MoCA & other ministers for ‘whole-of-government approach’, with an aim to result in operationalization of tourism routes and facilitating easier access to iconic sites   

Rakesh Verma, Additional Secretary Tourism, announced that the MOT is working in partnership with states to create a content management system. This system will enable states and destinations to update information and facilitate collaboration on a new platform and will integrate information from hotels, airlines, and OTAs.   

MOT launches G20 Tourism and SDG Dashboard in collaboration with UNWTO. The dashboard has been developed to showcase key takeaways from Goa roadmap, the outcome document of TWG meeting and to promote sustainable development goals through tourism.

Rakesh Kumar Verma, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Tourism said that the Vibrant Villages Program that is being developed in a sustainable manner. For that, we need to keep in mind the carrying capacity of the area and undertake development accordingly.

Minister of Tourism, G. Kishan Reddy said in Lok Sabha that in order to attract foreign investment in the tourism sector, 100% FDI is allowed under the automatic route in the tourism and hospitality industry in India, subject to applicable regulations and laws.

Ajay Bhatt, Minister of State for Tourism, has said Ministry of Tourism, Government of India also lays great focus on development of rural tourism destinations that aim to preserve and promote cultural and natural heritage while also making sure that tourism leads to sustainable development

Ministry of Tourism, signed MoU with Airbnb to promote India as the most sought-after tourism destination. Under the MoU, Airbnb will launch a dedicated ‘Soul of India’ microsite for the global audience showcasing India’s rich culture and built heritage.

Ministry of Tourism, in association with WTTC and UNWTO will co-organise Public Private Dialogue: Importance of Travel & Tourism to the G20 Economies in Goa on 21st June 2023. Participants can share their concerns and identify opportunities for mutual support.