Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: G Sreekanth Pitches Agri-Tourism To Showcase Rural Life
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Agri-tourism is a concept that adds a new dimension to tourism, and there is significant potential for it in the Marathwada region. Divisional Commissioner G Sreekanth urged that innovative concepts be implemented to provide people from urban areas with an experience of rural life through agri-tourism. On World Tourism Day, a workshop focusing on agri-tourism, the 'Aai'…
Agri-tourism in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar holds vast potential, according to Divisional Commissioner G Sreekanth. On World Tourism Day, the Regional Tourism Office of Maharashtra Tourism Directorate organized a workshop at the Visava Agri-Tourism Centre in Karodi to explore innovative agri-tourism concepts, the Aai scheme, tourism initiatives, and sustainable tourism practices.
Attendees included key officials from the Zilla Parishad, MTDC, Archaeology Department, Directorate of Tourism, and Regional Deputy Director. Sreekanth highlighted Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar's potential as the capital of agri-tourism, emphasizing the importance of agricultural operations alongside agri-tourism centres to introduce urban residents to rural life.
Chandrashekhar Jaiswal stressed the significance of digital technology in tourism centres and the need for biodegradable materials to address visible piles of garbage. Zilla Parishad Chief Executive Officer Minnu PM noted the influx of Japanese and Marathi-speaking tourists to Ajanta and Ellora, advocating for enhanced infrastructure facilities.
The workshop saw participation from farmers, agri-tourism operators, tourism associates, and tour guides from Marathwada, with Dr Shivaji Gaikwad concluding proceedings and proposing a vote of thanks.
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