The Maharashtra state government has asked the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) to compile a detailed report about all tourist destinations in all districts in the state, number of tourists visiting these places, infrastructure and facilities available there and potential for further development. 

The step comes in the wake of criticism from Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) last year for not having a proper system to collect tourist data. On the basis of the report, the state government will decide about allocation of funds for development of these locations. 

Jagdish Patil, who recently joined as managing director of MTDC, said, "The state government has appointed 10 private firms, which would make suggestions for infrastructure development at the tourist destinations. A private firm is appointed to undertake detailed study of intra-state, interstate and foreign tourists, revenue generation at the destination and potential to increase business. The in depth analysis will help policymakers to come up with possible solutions to improve matters with help from the expert panel comprising 10 firms." 

The MTDC has also asked the expert panel to submit its plans for developing tourism in various parts of the state, after taking into consideration local geographical and climatic conditions. The suggestions should be submitted by March end this year, said Patil. 

(You need to login first to read complete news).
New User? Register for FREE!
» Back to Travel News