Swadesh Darshan 2.0
The Ministry of Tourism has revamped the Swadesh Darshan scheme into Swadesh Darshan 2.0 (SD2.0) to promote sustainable tourism in India. Initially launched in 2014-15, the scheme has sanctioned 76 projects worth ₹5290.30 Crore. Under the new SD2.0, 52 projects have been approved for ₹2108.87
Domestic Tourism
The Ministry of Tourism is actively promoting tourism in India through various initiatives, including financial assistance to state governments for tourism infrastructure development, organizing fairs and festivals, and enhancing online presence. Recent allocations under different schemes highlight significant investments in tourism projects across various states, aimed at boosting domestic tourism
Adventure Tourism
The Ministry of Tourism is enhancing adventure tourism in India by collaborating with State Governments and Union Territories. Through schemes like 'Swadesh Darshan' and 'PRASHAD', financial assistance is provided for tourism infrastructure development. The Ministry has also established Model Adventure Safety Guidelines in partnership with the
MICE Tourism
The Ministry of Tourism has identified MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) as a crucial segment of tourism in India. A National Strategy and Roadmap has been formulated to promote the MICE industry, focusing on institutional support, ecosystem development, competitiveness enhancement, ease of doing business, marketing India as a MICE
Ministry of Tourism
The Ministry of Tourism has identified 42 destinations across four themes: Culture and Heritage, Spiritual, Eco Tourism, and Vibrant Villages under the Challenge Based Destination Development (CBDD) scheme. A total of 36 projects have been sanctioned, with a completion timeline set for March 2026. The projects aim to enhance tourism
Teej Festival
The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, announces the celebration of the Teej Festival on July 28, 2025, at Indiatourism office in New Delhi. The festival, celebrated mainly by women in North India, marks the monsoon season and honors Goddess Parvati's reunion with Lord Shiva. The event will
International Day of Yoga
The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, organized celebrations for the 11th International Day of Yoga on June 21, 2025, at 40 iconic tourist sites across the country. The events, aligned with the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health', aimed to promote holistic wellness, cultural heritage, and