Surat, May 1: The Gujarat government has allocated ₹125 crore for the development of tourism in the Ukai region, with a special focus on boosting the rural economy and creating employment opportunities. This announcement was made by the state’s Tourism Minister, Dr. Jayaram Gamit, during the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) held at Auro University in Surat.
Addressing a seminar on ‘Rural, Tribal, and Wedding Tourism’, Gamit emphasized that rural tourism can play a crucial role in economic development. He stated that the true vision of a self-reliant India can be realized through the growth of rural tourism.
According to Gamit, the tourism department can significantly contribute to job creation in rural areas. He detailed the efforts made by the state government to develop key tourist destinations, including Saputara.
The minister noted that expanding tourism activities in rural and tribal areas would create both employment and self-employment opportunities, thereby strengthening the rural economy. He further mentioned that tourism would provide greater recognition to agricultural products, handicrafts, and tribal culture and traditions, which would, in turn, promote economic growth.
Gamit also highlighted that the development of tourism would increase job and self-employment opportunities in rural and tribal regions, reinforcing the rural economy. He asserted that such initiatives would support the realization of the self-reliant India concept.
He acknowledged Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts to enhance economic development through tourism.
Highlighting Gujarat’s potential, Gamit pointed out that the state’s tribal areas, coastal regions, desert landscapes, and world-class resorts offer significant opportunities for tourism expansion, including destination wedding tourism.
Tourism department official H.M. Solanki presented a detailed overview of tourism’s contribution to the state’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and outlined its role in job creation and opportunities for tourism development in rural and tribal areas.
The seminar was attended by tour operators, hoteliers, and various stakeholders.
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