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- Introduction
- Key Objectives
- Implementation Strategies
- MTDC and Mahabhraman Scheme
- Tourism Policy Structure
- Real-Life Application
- Key Point Summary
Maharashtra State Board: Class 11
Introduction
Maharashtra, a major Indian state, attracts tourists from India and abroad due to its diverse heritage and vibrant culture. In 2016, the government introduced a strategic tourism policy to position Maharashtra as a top tourist destination by 2025.
Maharashtra State Board: Class 11
Key Objectives
- To designate tourism as a priority sector for economic development and high employment generation.
- Achieve sector growth of 10% per annum and raise tourism’s share in the state GDP to 15%.
- Attract investments of ₹30,000 crore in tourism infrastructure.
- Create one million new jobs through tourism initiatives by 2025.
- Develop special tourism zones and growth corridors for focused development: Nagpur, Aurangabad, and Sindhudurg.
Maharashtra State Board: Class 11
Implementation Strategies
| Strategy | Description |
|---|---|
| Sector Growth | Encourage Mega Projects and MSMEs, improve state-wide infrastructure, and ease business. |
| Job Creation | Skill development schemes, incentives, and rural/agro/adventure tourism thrust. |
| Institutional Mechanism | Three-tier system (state, committee, district) for governance and project clearance. |
| Special Zones & Corridors | Identify/promote priority regions and links via highways for better connectivity. |
| PPP Model | Projects via Public-Private Partnership for growth and innovation. |
| Marketing & Promotion | Integrated campaigns, digital platforms, themed events and festivals. |
Maharashtra State Board: Class 11
MTDC and Mahabhraman Scheme
- MTDC (Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation): The chief implementing agency for tourism policy. Conducts flagship festivals such as Ellora and Elephanta and promotes new tourism concepts (village, food, adventure).
- Mahabhraman Scheme: Unites agro-tourism (farm experiences), tribal tours, food festivals, village stays, and adventure/tourism routes under one initiative.
Maharashtra State Board: Class 11
Tourism Policy Structure
Maharashtra State Board: Class 11
Real-Life Application
Just as Goa uses beach tourism, Maharashtra leverages its caves, forts, and rural festivals (Ellora, Elephanta, Mahabhraman) to promote unique visitor experiences.
Maharashtra State Board: Class 11
Key Point Summary
- Maharashtra’s 2016 Tourism Policy is transforming the sector with strategic investment, promotional events, and comprehensive infrastructure development.
- MTDC and the Mahabhraman scheme bring together diverse tourism options, from heritage sites to rural/tribal tours, boosting jobs and local culture.
