| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Contribution | Tourism contributes 5-6% to India's GDP (2023), ranking 14th globally in tourism receipts. Accounts for 1.8% of global tourism revenue. |
| 2047 Target | Increase tourism's GDP contribution to 10%, aligning with India's goal to become a $32 trillion economy. |
| Growth Projections | Projected 24% CAGR for the tourism sector. |
| Key Tourism Types | Spiritual (pilgrimages), Adventure (Himalayas), Beach (Goa, Andaman), Cultural (Pushkar Mela), Wildlife (Jim Corbett), Medical ("Heal in India"). |
| Challenges | Infrastructure gaps, environmental degradation, seasonality, lack of standardization, marketing gaps, cultural sensitivity. |
| Govt Initiatives | 50 Destination Challenge Mode, Swadesh Darshan Scheme, PRASHAD Scheme, Medical Visa Reforms, Atithi Devo Bhava, Eco-Tourism Support, MUDRA Loans for Homestays, Visa Waivers. |
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