The JMM/Congress headed by Chief Minister Hemant Soren on the Governments second anniversary bash gifted a slew of soaps and schemes to people of State. Projects and schemes worth Rs 12,558.50 crore were announced, while at the same time projects and schemes worth Rs 3,195.30 crore were handed to people.
However, more importantly the second anniversary of Sorens Government marks the announcement of key policies, which have been framed keeping in mind the long term development of the State. The announcement of the State Tourism Policy is one such policy which has been announced to explore the untapped tourism potential of the State.
Governor Ramesh Bias and Chief Minister Hemant Soren announced the State Tourism Policy 2021. The State Government with the announcement of new Tourism policy is of firm belief that development of the tourism sector would not only generate immense EMPLOYMENT opportunities directly or indirectly, but also contribute to accelerated Economic Development. Under the Tourism Policy, 2021 focus has been given on development of basic Infrastructure such as better road, rail, air connectivity of tourist areas, improvement of infrastructure such as hotels, restaurants and recreation places for tourists and more importantly safety of tourists reaching these destinations.
As per the Tourism Policy 2021, thrust areas have been given on development of religious tourism such as Deoghar, Basukinath, Rajrappa, Parasnath and other areas. As Jharkhand is bestowed with lush green jungles, waterfalls, terrain, moderate Climate, rich wildlife, Jharkhand Tourism policy also focuses on developing Eco Tourism.
The New policy also focuses on Cultural Tourism with the Government to promote various fairs and festivals, traditional lifestyles and customs, dress and food habits of people of State.
The Tourism policy also mentions in view of large investments required in the tourism sector and the need for maintaining high quality standards in Services, tourism related industries have been included in the priority list of industries for foreign Investment. Export house status has been accorded to hotels, travel agents, tour operators and tourist transport operators. Also, the State Government would extend all possible assistance and support to attract Foreign Direct Investment in building and maintaining the tourism infrastructure and facilities in the State.