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The Government of India has sanctioned ₹3295.76 Crore under the 'Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI)' initiative to develop 40 iconic tourist centers across 23 states, including Punjab, in the 2024-25 fiscal year. The initiative aims to enhance and market these sites on a global
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The Ministry of Tourism has stepped up efforts to promote the North Eastern Region (NER) of India as a prime tourism destination through various schemes and initiatives. These include the International Tourism Mart, revamped Incredible India Digital Platform, and financial assistance for fairs and festivals under the DPPH scheme. The
North Eastern Region
Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia emphasized the development of world-class tourist circuits in the North Eastern Region during three High-Level Task Force meetings. The meetings focused on inter-state collaboration, economic infrastructure, tourism development, and agricultural strategies to enhance regional growth and sustainability. Source: Original Link
Northeast India
Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia highlighted the Northeast as India's 'Growth Engine' during a media briefing on the achievements of the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) from August 2024 to September 2025. The region has seen significant economic growth, with a record expenditure
Tourism Ministers Meet
The Ministry of Tourism held a two-day State Tourism Ministers’ Meet in Udaipur, focusing on the vision of 'One State: One Global Destination.' The event aimed to develop over 50 globally benchmarked tourist destinations across India, emphasizing private investment and performance-linked incentives. Key discussions included strategies for Destination
Tourism Ministers Meet
The Ministry of Tourism held a two-day State Tourism Ministers Meet in Udaipur, Rajasthan, on October 14-15, 2025, focusing on the Prime Minister's vision of 'One State: One Global Destination'. The meeting aimed to develop globally benchmarked tourist destinations in every State and Union Territory, aligning
Tourism Infrastructure
The Ministry of Tourism has announced financial support for tourism infrastructure development across India through various schemes including Swadesh Darshan, Swadesh Darshan 2.0, and PRASHAD. The funding aims to enhance tourism facilities and promote local attractions, with ongoing project proposals from state governments. The Union Minister for Tourism, Gajendra
SASCI
The Ministry of Tourism has launched the SASCI scheme to develop iconic tourist centers across India, sanctioning 40 projects worth ₹3295.76 Crore with 100% central funding. The initiative aims to enhance the tourist experience while promoting responsible tourism practices, creating job opportunities, and boosting local economies. State governments are
Tourism Development
The Ministry of Tourism has launched operational guidelines under the Special Assistance to the States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme to develop iconic tourist centres across India. A total of 87 projects were submitted, with 40 projects sanctioned for ₹3295.76 Crore, fully funded by the central government. The initiative
Swadesh Darshan
The Ministry of Tourism has revamped the Swadesh Darshan scheme into Swadesh Darshan 2.0, focusing on sustainable tourism development. The Comptroller and Auditor General of India submitted a performance audit report identifying areas for improvement, leading to the formulation of new strategies and the sanctioning of numerous projects across
MICE Tourism
The Ministry of Tourism has identified MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) as a crucial segment of tourism and has developed a National Strategy and Roadmap to promote its growth in India. Key pillars of this strategy include institutional support, developing an ecosystem for MICE, enhancing competitiveness, improving ease of
UNESCO
The Ministry of Tourism has announced the recognition of Maratha Military Forts by UNESCO, highlighting the importance of conservation and maintenance of protected monuments across India. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is responsible for this ongoing work, which includes providing essential amenities at various sites. The Ministry supports tourism