The Union Budget has allocated funds for the development of the top 50 tourist destinations in the country in partnership with State governments through a “challenge mode”.
The States will be responsible for providing land for essential infrastructural development.
Hotels at these destinations will be included in the Harmonised Master List (HML) of infrastructure projects.
Additionally, the country will streamline the e-visa facilities and provide visa fee waivers for select tourist groups to attract international visitors.
There will be a special focus on destinations related to the life and times of Lord Buddha.