Gujarat is a state of India, geographically situated in the western tip of the nation and surrounded by the coastline of the Arabian Sea. This is the only state that has longest coastline and it is encircled by Arabian Sea to the southwest, Pakistan to the north-west borders, Madhya Pradesh state to the east and Rajasthan state to the northeast and the People of the state are known as Gujaratis, and the local language is known as Gujarati.
The state has some of largest industries of the India like Cement, Diamond, Denim cloth manufacturing, Grassroots Oil Refining, and the Agriculture. Most admiral thing is Gujarat state remain safe while facing many natural tragedies. Gujarat is the 7th largest state located in the western part of India and is home to glorious tourist attractions.
Tourism is the lifeline and the most critical sector of the Gujarat state. Longest coastline attracts locals as well as the foreigners and furthermore, there are lot of historical sites, archaeological sites, multicultural cities, longest river banks, colourful festivals, food with uniqueness but unchanged culture, fastest and the cheapest mode of the transportation are all main sources for making Gujarat a successful and a vibrant tourism spot. This is the reason the state of Gujarat is known as the Vivacious Gujarat.
The Government of Gujarat has played the essential role in enhancing the beauty of the state and makes it the most sought after destination in the world. If you are dreaming of a vacation in heaven, Gujarat welcomes you the land of rich history with culture, tradition and inheritance.
You could travel to the unbelievable state of Gujarat for numerous reasons. The state is blessed with the varied attractions such as the amazing wildlife, Historical monuments, World famous architecture, Temples, Mosques and amazing treasure of flora and fauna.
Great personality like Amitabh Bachhan is the brand ambassador of Gujarat and the famous line is come and let’s explores the Khushboo Gujarat Ki.
The New Gujarat Tourism Policy was introduced in the year 2021 by the Government of Gujarat and it is launched to enhance the power of the state compared to other states.
OBJECTIVES OF THE NEW GUJARAT TOURISM POLICY
The objectives of the New Gujarat Tourism Policy launched by the Government of Gujarat are given below as follows.
To make Gujarat one of the top three states in the Indian Subcontinent in terms of the Local, National and International visits by 2030.
To develop innovative form of the Tourism like the Adventure, Event Tourism, Religious Tourism and Medical Tourism as well.
To develop a perfect platform for undertaking the Private-Public Partnerships in the state.
VISION OF THE NEW GUJARAT TOURISM POLICY
To position Gujarat as an active tourist location, with an emphasis on enlightening the experience of the visitor, Understanding the culture, heritage and environmental concerns and boosting the investment chances, thus driving tourism to be the energetic economic force, leading to justifiable development and wide-ranging growth in the state.
MISSION OF THE NEW GUJARAT TOURISM POLICY
To develop the tourism and enhance the infrastructure of the state and concentrate on the skill development.
To enhance the investment friendly people policies and also stress on the approachability to various tourist destinations in Gujarat.
Encourage the immense tapped and untapped resources of potential of tourism in the state of Gujarat.
KINDS OF TOURISM OFFERED UNDER THE NEW GUJARAT TOURISM POLICY
The types of tourism offered under the New Gujarat Tourism Policy pushed by the Government of Gujarat are given below as follows.
Caravan Tourism
Adventure Tourism
Culture Tourism
Religious Tourism
Eco Tourism
Wildlife Tourism
Spiritual Tourism
Beach Tourism
Wellness Tourism
Educational Tourism
Industrial Tourism
Rural Tourism
Medical Tourism
The features of the New Gujarat Tourism Policy boosted by the Government of Gujarat are given below as follows.
Giving the financial support towards enhancing the basic amenities, accommodation and other infrastructures in Gujarat.
Promoting the tourist destinations in Gujarat like Ahmedabad, Bhuj, Porbandar, Mahisagar, Vadnagar, Banaskhanta, Tapi, Mehsana, Panchmahal, Kutch, Jamnagar, Dwarka, Junagadh, Gir, Pipavav, Anand, Somnath, Gomti Creek, Champaner, Patan, Lothal, Dholavira, Kevadia and others.
Providing the financial assistance to the disabled persons working in the state and giving them lot of hope.
Offering finest services to the differently-abled in the state like youngster, and seniors through providing the escalators, ramps and other form of access to various tourist destinations.
Enhancing the road railway and port connectivity to various parts of the state using the Public Private Partnership modes.
Introducing a system of taking the regular feedback from various shareholders in general and various sections of the tourists.
Developing a multifaceted approach towards promoting Gujarat as tourist destination through the Guide Training, Deposits, and the Publicity materials.
SERVICES ACCESSIBLE UNDER THE NEW GUJARAT TOURISM POLICY
The services offered under the New Gujarat Tourism Policies are given below as follows:
Gave importance to the establishment of the E-service charging stations at various places in Gujarat.
Establishment of more Tourist Hotels, Apartment Hotels, Motels, Heritage Hotels, Convention Centre, Lodges, Resorts in the state to boost the revenue and development of tourist destinations.
Improving the experience of young travellers in Gujarat by offering them Play areas and Crèches.
Strengthening the single window clearance cell to boost the launching of new tourist oriented projects and promoting the valuable investment.
Undertaking more conferences and seminars to boost the development of various tourist activities in the state of Gujarat.
Government of Gujarat will undertake numerous steps like the Promotion of tours and festivals like Navrathri (Festival of Nine Nights), Garba, Diwali, Holi, Shamlaji Melo, International Kite Festivals, Janmasthami, Kadi, Ambaji, Tarnetar Festival, Ucchhal, Adalaj Water Festival, Saputaran Festival, Rann Utsav, Modhera Dance Festivals, Bhavnath Mahadev Fair, and Paragliding Festivals at Satpura.
Acceptance of the feedback to boost the visitors experience in the state.
Improving the marketing intelligence and enterprises to boost the rise of tourism in the state of Gujarat.
Giving good training and certification to the Hospitality Staff, Tour Guides, Home Stay Facilities, and Tour Operators from time to time.
Generating valuable employment and offering the self-employment for the locally trained youth Craftsman, Artisans and others.
Providing the advanced Wi-Fi Technologies, CCTV Cameras, and the Mobile based services, to the highest possible extent to concentrate on tourist safety and public convenience.
INCENTIVES UNDER THE NEW GUJARAT TOURISM POLICY
There are various incentives available under the New Gujarat Tourism Policies are given below as follows:
Providing the subsidies under the eligible capital investment to 20% at the identified tourist centres in the state.
Giving the capital subsidies to the Tour operators, Caravan, Mobile Caravan facilities, sailing infrastructure at many places in Gujarat.
Interest subsidies of 5% up till INR 3 Lakhs per annum for 5 years for establishing new offices in the Municipal Corporations in Gujarat.
100% relief from the electricity duty for the period of 5 years for new projects coming up like the Hotels, Motels, Resorts, Lodges and others in the state.
Giving discount to the foreign tourists of 5% at the registered hotels and resorts and 10% discount on doing the purchase of Garva Gurjari using the Gujarat Tourism Card and E-Vouchers.
Assistance of INR 5 Lakhs for the Rural Tourism fair organisers, for showcasing their culture, beliefs, traditions and handicrafts within the state of Gujarat.
Reimbursement to the Motel, Resort, Hotel and other Tour Operators for offering the employment to tourist guide by offering the 25% of the monthly remunerations.
Giving INR 6000 to the Tour Operators, Drivers, Housekeeping, Bell Boys, Guides for a period of 5 years.
To be honest, the state of Gujarat is one of the finest tourist attractions of India and turning out to be centre of attraction for domestic and foreign travellers.
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