SHIMLA: Jai Ram Thakur, Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh said that the state government is planning to develop theme-based tourist circuits on the principles of high-tourist value, competitiveness and sustainability in an integrated manner to focus on needs and concerns of all stakeholders to improve tourist experience and enhance employment opportunities.
He stated this while presiding over a presentation on tourism development in the state. The presentation was about developing Buddhist circuit, cultural parks and shiv dhams in the state.
Thakur said that the tourism in state is looking forward to a change in coming years with initiation of the Swadesh Darshan Scheme of the Government of India. The state has immense tourism potential due to its varied climatic condition, diverse culture and natural grandeur, he added.
The government is planning the development of Buddhist circuit keeping in view several Buddhist monasteries situated in the state, said Thakur.
CM said that the state would be developed as a diverse cultural destination, where tourists could enjoy the rich cultural diversity and know more about art & culture of Himachal. With these initiatives, tourism would take a quantum leap in generating greater revenue and employment opportunities and make the state a more attractive place for tourists.