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Tourism Development & Possibilities - (RAS (RPSC))

Introduction

Tourism is a key sector in Rajasthan's economy, generating employment and foreign exchange. Rajasthan is known for its "Forts, Palaces, and Culture".

Slogan: "Padharo Mhare Desh" (Welcome to my land).
Tagline: "The Incredible State of India".
Industry Status: Tourism was declared an Industry in 1989 (First state in India to do so) based on the Yunis Khan Committee recommendations.

Tourism Organizations

Directorate of Tourism: Established in 1955.
RTDC (Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation): Established on April 1, 1979. It manages hotels, midways, and luxury trains like Palace on Wheels.
RITTMAN: Rajasthan Institute of Tourism and Travel Management (Jaipur).

Major Tourism Circuits (Regions)

Region	Districts	Key Attractions
Dhundhar	Jaipur, Dausa	City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Jaigarh, Nahargarh, Galta Ji.
Mewat & Braj	Alwar, Bharatpur, Sawai Madhopur	Sariska Tiger Reserve, Keoladeo National Park, Lohagarh Fort, Deeg Palaces, Ranthambore Fort & Park.
Hadoti	Kota, Bundi, Jhalawar, Baran	Chambal Garden, 84-Pillared Cenotaph (Bundi), Raniji ki Bawdi, Gagron Fort (Water Fort), Sun Temple (Jhalrapatan).
Maru (Desert)	Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Barmer	Mehrangarh, Umaid Bhawan, Sonar Fort (Jaisalmer), Sam Sand Dunes, Junagarh, Karni Mata Temple (Deshnok).
Mewad	Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand	City of Lakes, Chittorgarh Fort, Vijay Stambh, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Nathdwara (Shrinathji).
Shekhawati	Sikar, Jhunjhunu, Churu	"Open Art Gallery". Famous for Painted Havelis, Tal Chhapar Sanctuary (Blackbuck).
Godwar	Sirohi, Pali	Mt. Abu (Nakki Lake, Guru Shikhar), Ranakpur Jain Temples.
Vagad	Dungarpur, Banswara	Beneshwar Dham (Tribal Kumbh), Mahi Dam.
Merwara	Ajmer, Nagaur	Pushkar (Brahma Temple), Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Dargah, Taragarh.

Tourism Policies & Schemes

First Tourism Policy (2001): Aimed to increase employment and promote handicrafts.
Heritage Hotel Scheme (1991): To convert old forts, palaces, and havelis into hotels to preserve heritage.
Luxury Trains: Palace on Wheels (started by RTDC & Indian Railways).
PAYING GUEST Scheme (1991): To solve accommodation shortage and provide home culture experience.

Current Developments (Exam Focus)

1. UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Keoladeo National Park (Bharatpur): 1985.
Jantar Mantar (Jaipur): 2010.
6 Hill Forts (2013): Chittorgarh, Kumbhalgarh, Ranthambore, Gagron, Amber, Jaisalmer. (Mnemonic: Cheeku Gajar Aam).
Jaipur Walled City (Parkota): 2019.

2. Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2020

Implemented on Sept 9, 2020. Focuses on "Experiential Tourism" and strengthening the "Brand Rajasthan".

3. Industry Status (Budget 2022-23)

While declared an industry in 1989, the Budget 2022-23 practically accorded "Industry Status" to tourism units, allowing them to avail industrial rates for electricity and water (instead of commercial rates).

Tourism Development & Possibilities