Speaking about spiritual tourism in India, Bhuvnesh Kumar (IAS), Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, emphasised that sustainable destination management becomes critical with increasing numbers. “Cleanliness, crowd management, carrying-capacity planning, and quality civic infrastructure must remain central to our development strategy. Supported by initiatives such as the PRASHAD scheme and significant improvements in national connectivity, India has built a strong foundation for tourism growth. The next phase will require greater collaboration between government and industry to create world-class spiritual tourism experiences while preserving the authenticity and sanctity of our sacred destinations,” he says.
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