Ministry of Tourism

June 21, 2026 6:44 PM

Ministry of Tourism celebrates International Day of Yoga 2026 with countrywide participation and wellness initiatives

The Ministry of Tourism celebrated the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 with a series of events across the country, reaffirming its commitment to promoting wellness, holistic health and mindful living within the tourism and hospitality sector. Union Minister for Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, participated in a yoga session at Shantikshetra Ashram in Karjat, Maharashtra. Emphasising the significance of yoga, he said that it enables individuals to serve society and the na...

July 16, 2025 12:38 PM

India launches talent hunt for young chefs to blend tradition with innovation

The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, on Wednesday launched the National Young Chef Competition (NYCC), a nationwide talent hunt designed to discover and nurture India’s next generation of culinary innovators. The grand curtain-raiser for the competition was held at PHD House in New Delhi, marking the beginning of a series of zonal rounds that will span the country. The initiative targets final-year hospitality students, providing them...

March 27, 2025 8:43 PM

Ministry of Tourism Spends Rs. 180+ crore on spiritual circuits, completes key Prashad projects

The Ministry of Tourism, through its ongoing schemes of Swadesh Darshan and Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual, Heritage Augmentation Drive (PRASHAD), is actively supporting State Governments (SGs) and Union Territories (UTs) in developing tourism infrastructure. The Ministry announced this on Thursday, highlighting how financial assistance is being extended to state governments and UT administrations for infrastructure development. The Ministry also stated that projects under the Spiritua...

March 17, 2025 8:55 PM

India records 47.90% surge in foreign tourist arrivals in 2023

India witnessed a significant boost in Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs) in 2023, recording a 47.90% increase compared to the previous year, according to data released by the Bureau of Immigration. Union Minister for Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, revealed the figures in a written statement to the Lok Sabha on Monday. The country welcomed 9.52 million foreign tourists in 2023, reflecting a robust recovery in global travel post-pandemic. Of this, 4.40 million arrivals were for leis...

February 14, 2025 11:49 AM

Government of India sanctions Rs.3,295.76 crore for 40 tourism projects, enhances infrastructure to position India as a Global Tourist Hub

The Government of India has taken several key initiatives to position the country as a premier global tourist destination during the Amrit Kaal. These efforts aim to boost tourism by enhancing infrastructure and delivering an improved travel experience for both domestic and international visitors. The Ministry of Tourism has been actively promoting India's diverse tourism destinations and products through a variety of promotional activities. This includes media campaigns, social media promotion...

September 27, 2024 6:30 PM

Ministry of Tourism launches ‘Paryatan Mitra’ and ‘Paryatan Didi’ for responsible tourism

On World Tourism Day, the Ministry of Tourism launched a nationwide initiative called 'Paryatan Mitra' and 'Paryatan Didi' to promote responsible tourism across India. The initiative, which was piloted in six key tourist destinations—Orchha (Madhya Pradesh), Gandikota (Andhra Pradesh), Bodh Gaya (Bihar), Aizawl (Mizoram), Jodhpur (Rajasthan), and Sri Vijaya Puram (Andaman & Nicobar Islands)—focuses on enhancing the tourist experience. By educating those who regularly engage with tourist...