To boost Odisha tourism, the authorities are planning to start flights from Bhubaneswar to international destinations like Dubai and Colombo.
The plans are being made for flight operations to Dubai and Colombo from the Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) shortly, informed Tourism Minister Ashok Chandra Panda.
Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Odisha Tourism Conclave held by the Hotel & Restaurant Association of Odisha (HRAO) here on Friday, Panda said focus is being given to provide basic facilities at 357 tourist destinations across the State.
The Government is developing coastal tourism at an investment of Rs 90 crore under the Swadesh Darshan Yojana, he said.
On closure of flight services to Bangkok from Bhubaneswar, he said the State Government has demanded that the Civil Aviation Ministry restart the service.