Maharashtra implements Adventure Tourism Policy; pushes safe & responsible tourism
The Maharashtra Tourism Department is implementing the Adventure Tourism Policy, to promote adventure tourism in the state while making tourist safety a top priority. The government has taken a significant step to encourage adventure tourism across all three domains: land, air, and water.
Gujarat to unveil new tourism policy; invites investment in the state
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel shared that government was coming out with a new tourism policy and urged business groups to invest in the state. "The government is coming out with a new tourism policy. I welcome you to invest in setting up hotels and related infrastructure in the state," Patel said.
Tamil Nadu boosts tourism push with cruise routes, ropeways & MICE bureau
Presenting 15 announcements for the Tourism Department during the Assembly’s demand for grants discussion, Tourism Minister S. Rajesh Kumar said INR 2 crore has been earmarked to undertake feasibility studies for proposed cruise and ferry routes. The routes under consideration include Chennai - Kovalam, Poompuhar - Tharangambadi - Nagapattinam and Rameswaram - Thoothukudi -Kanyakumari.
Kerala Tourism gears up for Onam; launches Festival Office to coordinate statewide celebrations
Tourism Minister PC Vishnunadh inaugurated the Festival Office at the Tourism Directorate in Thiruvananthapuram on August 18, 2026, to coordinate the Onam Tourism Week Celebrations starting in the state capital and district centres from August 24. The Minister also unveiled this year’s Onam Festival logo on the occasion...
Guwahati–Tezpur highway corridor to unlock new tourism & hospitality potential in Assam
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has given the green light to a significant infrastructure project of the 135.87-km four-lane, access-controlled Guwahati–Tezpur Corridor of NH-15. Representing a total capital investment of INR 8,970.20 crore, this Ministry of Road Transport and Highways initiative is set to redefine regional connectivity. The project, to be developed under...
Mumbai tourism plans dedicated app; targets longer stays & higher spend
The Mumbai City Collectorate, with the support of Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC), has unveiled the vision for the Mumbai Tourism Initiative, a year-long destination branding exercise aimed at strengthening the city’s tourism identity and expanding its appeal among domestic and international visitors.
Goa records 6.14 mn visitors between January and July in 2026
The state of Goa recorded 61.38 lakh tourist arrivals between January and July 2026, with an overall growth of 0.08% compared to the corresponding period last year, according to the latest data of the Department of Tourism. The state welcomed 59.02 lakh domestic tourists and 2.36 lakh international during the first seven months of 2026. July 2026 recorded 6.94 lakh total tourist arrivals...
Karnataka plans ‘Clean and Green Hampi’ initiative to enhance visitor experience
Through the ‘Clean & Green Hampi’ campaign, the department aims to preserve the heritage character of Hampi while prioritising cleanliness, environmental conservation and an improved visitor experience. The Karnataka Tourism Department has directed officials to prepare an action plan for the 'Clean and Green Hampi' campaign to improve cleanliness, environmental conservation and visitor facilities
Mizoram govt partners with CYMA to boost tourism
The Mizoram government has signed a strategic MoU with the Central Committee of Young Mizo Association (CYMA) on August 11, 2024, to strengthen cooperation in promoting tourism in the state. The state has witnessed a significant increase in tourist arrivals in recent times. To foster this development further, the agreement was signed in the presence of Tourism Secretary Vanlaldina Fanai...
Delhi govt. launches 4 tourism circuits at the Spiritual & Heritage Tourism Conclave 2026
The objective, as stated by the state govt, is to encourage tourists to experience the capital's diverse heritage up close. In these four circuits developed by Delhi Tourism, major spiritual, religious, and heritage sites located in different parts of the capital have been linked to create a cohesive travel experience.
