Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on the occasion of World Tourism Day on Tuesday said the Government would soon announce a new Tourism Policy.
“My Government is soon going to announce a new Tourism Policy for focused infrastructure development, upgrading services, promoting tourism with optimum emphasis on conserving heritage and natural resources,” Patnaik posted in his Facebook page.
To make tourist facilities and services responsible, sustainable and accessible to all, Patnaik also took the opportunity inviting all to visit Odisha, the land of unmatched beauty, unique biodiversity and rich cultural heritage.
“Odisha has not only been blessed with nature’s best, from the unbelievably scenic beaches along the 480-km coastline to the mountains of the Eastern Ghats tearing through the state, the valleys and plains to the rich wilderness and the river line systems, but also with an unparalleled array of flora and fauna,” said Patnaik.
Claiming that tourism is a top priority of his Government as it is a prime engine of economic growth, employment generation and development, Patnaik said he has made it a mission to develop Odisha as a
preferred tourism destination both in domestic and international circuit.
“We are making concerted efforts to for attracting more footfalls. Everyone should enjoy Odisha
without any obstacle,” Patnaik posted.