Ministry of Tourism Promotes Sustainable Heritage Tourism

The Ministry of Tourism has announced a National Strategy for Sustainable Tourism and the Travel for LiFE programme to encourage sustainable practices among tourists and businesses. The Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme aims to develop responsible tourist destinations. Financial assistance is provided to state governments and agencies for enhancing tourism infrastructure under various schemes, including Swadesh Darshan and PRASHAD, to enrich visitor experiences. This information was shared by Union Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in the Rajya Sabha.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link