Mumbai, 02

Nov (HS): Under the concept of Developed

Maharashtra-2047, 100 tourism sub-circuits are being planned to be developed in

the state with an aim to develop the state as a global tourism hub. In line

with this ambitious initiative, under the guidance of Tourism Minister

Shambhuraj Desai, a special meeting was held in the office of the Directorate

of Tourism on behalf of the Department of Tourism to elicit suggestions,

feedback and recommendations from various stakeholders in the tourism sector

before finalising the list of proposed tourism sub-circuits.

The meeting was attended by Vikas Pansare, Director,

Directorate of Tourism, various stakeholders, tourism professionals, a detailed

discussions were held on the selection of proposed tourism subcircuits,

geographical and thematic classification of tourist destinations, potential

opportunities for tourism development, necessary infrastructure for tourists,

connectivity, availability of tourist destinations as well as measures to

promote tourism at the local level.

Vikas Pansare said, The concept of Developed

Maharashtra-2047 positions the tourism sector as an important tool for the

economic and social development of the state.

The suggestions and recommendations received from

the meeting will be collated and examined for the final design of the proposed

100 tourism sub-circuits. The initiative will focus on planned development of

tourist destinations in the state, strengthening tourism infrastructure,

enriching tourist experience and creating new employment and self-employment

opportunities for local communities. The initiative of 100 tourism sub-circuits

is going to be crucial in making the tourism sector in Maharashtra planned, sustainable

and globally competitive towards a developed Maharashtra-2047.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Ajay Vasant Mardikar