India’s tourism sector contribution to the GDP is projected to double from 5.22% to 10% over the next decade, said Suman Billa, Additional Secy and Director General, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. Growth will be driven by infrastructure expansion, rising domestic travel, and enhanced aviation and rail connectivity.
Billa highlighted that India’s airport network has doubled since 2014, while rail and road infrastructure continue to improve. Domestic tourism crossed 1.5 bn visits, and foreign exchange earnings reached $32 bn. He emphasised the need for capacity expansion and global-standard offerings to attract high-value international travellers.
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