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Besides focusing on the infrastructure development in various sectors, with respect to tourism, the Administration is making efforts to develop and promote new tourist destinations. The views of the Administration have been submitted to the Government of India for proposed holistic tourism development of five silands namely Ross & Smith, Long Island, Havelock, Neil and Little Andaman. To speed up the process of development of more ecotourism sites, with focus on North and Middle Andaman, Administration has also moved a proposal under Swadesh Darshan/Coastal Circuit Scheme of Government of India. It has been accorded approval in-principle.
The Administration is also encouraging ‘Homestays’ to create a product which will give tourists a unique experience of life of people and their history, art, culture and food. “We also remain committed to enhancing safety aspects for all tourism related activities,” the Lt. Governor added.
The lush green forests and pristine beaches of these Islands have been attracting tourists in larger numbers. In order to give further boost to ecotourism, the Department is creating infrastructure at Long Island and also opening up new islands for promoting ecotourism for providing gainful employment to the youth living in and around the areas.
Work on the Botanical garden is progressing as per schedule and the citizens and tourists alike will be able to avail this attraction soon, he said.
Source: travelnewsdigest.in