In order to explore more possibilities in tourism sector, Tourism Minister Amar Kumar Bauri along with others inaugurated the Adventure Park, Food Court at Jonha fall on Wednesday.
“There are many possibilities in tourism sector. Development of areas and famous tourist circuits is the priority of the State government. Increase in tourist flow will aid the State in getting more revenue,” said Bauri.
The Minister said that there are many folk arts in Jharkhand, which should be promoted with the tourism so that the local artists get their share of recognition and the department can provide them opportunities. “Focus is also on promoting tribal cuisines on a wider scale. Local people must come forward to endorse this,” Bauri added.
Sharing the details of three big plans started in the state, a while ago, the Minister said that eco tourism, Prasad Yojana and Swadesh Darshan Yojana will be given priority. For Swadesh Darshan Yojana, the Government of India has sanctioned Rs. 52 crore while for Prasad Yojna, Rs. 39 crore has been sanctioned.
Sky Walk, Hanging Bridge has been started at Adventure Park in Johna fall. “More initiatives will be taken up soon to revamp the tourist spots. Also attempts will be made to link the locals with productive employment at the tourist destinations,” he added.
The Minister urged to the people to completely discard plastics and keep the tourist spots clean. “Bamboo products, leaves will be used at the water reservoirs and other tourist circuits.
At the same time, tourist friends/guides should keep up the good behavior with tourists so that tourists take good memories and then come back again,” he added. Tourism Secretary Rahul Sharma, Tourism Director, GM and other officials of JTDC and a large number of local and tourists were present in the program.