Ministry of Tourism Launches 'Paryatan Mitra' and 'Paryatan Didi' to Enhance Responsible Tourism
| Event | World Tourism Day 2023 |
|---|---|
| Initiative Launched | "Paryatan Mitra" and "Paryatan Didi" |
| Aim | Improving tourist experiences, empowering local communities, promoting sustainability |
| Focus | Empowering women and youth, enhancing hospitality, cleanliness, and storytelling |
| Pilot Locations | Orchha (MP), Gandikota (AP), Bodh Gaya (Bihar), Aizawl (Mizoram), Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Sri Vijaya Puram (Andaman & Nicobar Islands) |
| Key Stakeholders | Cab drivers, hotel staff, tour guides, street vendors, police personnel |
| Training Focus Areas | Tourism-specific skills, hospitality, sustainability, digital literacy |
| Employment Impact | 3,000 individuals trained (focus on women and youth) |