‘Incredible India Content Hub': Tourism ministry's new initiatives to become a USD 3 Trillion economy by 2047, What you need to know about?

In a major move to boost tourism, the Ministry of Tourism has launched the Incredible India Content Hub on its revamped digital portal.

India is poised to become a USD 3 trillion tourism economy by 2047, with the sector showing strong signs of post-pandemic recovery.

In 2022, the country welcomed 14.3 million international tourists, generating USD 17.6 billion in revenue.

This positive trend continued in 2023, with 9.2 million foreign tourist arrivals, marking a 43.5% year-on-year increase. Foreign tourist arrivals (FTAs) from January to June 2024 totaled 4.78 million, with 706,045 visitors recorded in June alone, up 9% from the previous year.

The government has rolled out several initiatives to boost tourism, including visa fee waivers and the launch of the Incredible India Content Hub on the newly revamped Incredible India digital portal.

This platform is designed to serve a diverse array of stakeholders, such as tour operators, journalists, students, filmmakers, and government officials, providing them with vital resources to promote India as a premier travel destination.

In addition, the government is actively seeking feedback from tourists at airports and railway stations across the nation, aiming to enhance visitor experiences at key tourist attractions.

Despite challenges, India remains committed to transforming itself into a global tourism leader by 2047, driven by strategic initiatives and a focus on sustainability.

The new platform is designed to serve a wide range of stakeholders, including tour operators, journalists, researchers, students, filmmakers, authors, influencers, and government officials, among others.

The hub is expected to provide these groups with easy access to vital content that promotes India as a premier travel destination.

To further engage citizens in tourism development, the government is introducing feedback systems at airports and railway stations nationwide.

These mechanisms will allow tourists to share their experiences at various tourist attractions, contributing to the growth and improvement of the sector.

The guide is designed to support local governments in fostering a more organized and industry-friendly environment, promoting tourism as a key economic driver across India.