The West Bengal Government has announced a ₹1,000 crore tourism fund to develop and connect the Shaktipeeth and Chaitanya pilgrimage circuits while strengthening eco-tourism across Darjeeling, the Dooars and the Sundarbans. The initiative forms part of the state’s tourism roadmap focused on heritage, religious and nature-based tourism. Plans also include a Sundarbans tourism master plan and eco-adventure experiences aimed at attracting more domestic and international visitors.
Janice Alyosius is a travel and MICE journalist focusing on business travel, destination marketing, aviation and industry policy. She leads editorial content at MICEtalk and also writes for TravTalk, covering global trends, trade developments and key industry conversations. With regular reporting from tourism forums, conventions and on-ground industry events, her work blends news-led analysis with strong industry voices, offering clear context and relevance for travel trade professionals and decision-makers.