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Naidu's Tourism Push: 50K Rooms, Caravan Parks & Creative City for Andhra

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has proposed forming a high-level committee led by the Chief Secretary to aggressively promote tourism in the state. Key targets include making 50,000 rooms available by 2029 and promoting 10,000 homestays with a new rating system. The plan involves large-scale development of beaches, eco-tourism circuits, caravan parks, and fast-tracking projects at major spots like Gandikota. The vision also includes promoting seaplane and cruise tourism and evolving Amaravati into a 'Creative City' to harness the creative economy.

Key Points: Andhra Plans High-Level Committee to Boost Tourism & Infrastructure

  • Form high-level tourism committee
  • Add 50,000 rooms & 10,000 homestays by 2029
  • Develop caravan parks & beach circuits
  • Fast-track Gandikota, Borra Caves projects
  • Promote seaplane, cruise & creative economy
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Andhra Pradesh to form high-level committee to promote tourism​

CM Naidu directs officials to add 50,000 rooms, 10,000 homestays, and develop caravan parks, beaches, and a Creative City in Amaravati to boost tourism.

"Amaravati should evolve into a Creative City, encouraging content creation and cultural industries. - N. Chandrababu Naidu"

Amaravati, March 25

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday suggested forming a high-level committee led by the Chief Secretary to promote tourism in the state.​

Addressing a review meeting on tourism, the Chief Minister stressed the need to make available 50,000 rooms by 2029.

He also directed officials to promote 10,000 homestays across key tourist destinations and to introduce a rating system for homestays, in response to the increase in tourist footfall in the state.​

The Chief Minister said the government is planning large-scale development of beaches from Baruva to Nellore, along with enhancing eco-tourism circuits in regions such as Araku Valley, Maredumilli and Chintapalli.​

He called for the establishment of caravan parks in at least 10-15 locations, enabling families to safely experience nature with proper amenities.​

The Chief Minister said the state government plans to introduce Caravan parks and tent cities, targeting 1,000 units by the time of the Godavari Pushkarams. ​

The plans include amusement parks in Tirupati and Visakhapatnam, as well as the promotion of eco- and temple tourism in coordination with the forest and endowments departments.​

Chief Minister Naidu stressed the need to fast-track the development of major tourist spots, including Gandikota, Suryalanka Beach, and Borra Caves. He directed officials to complete the Godavari Pushkar Ghat works by August, and the restoration works on the Havelock Bridge by December, allowing tourist access.​

Seaplane services under the UDAN scheme, water aerodromes in Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Srisailam, Gandikota and Kambham Cheruvu and cruise tourism from Visakhapatnam and Krishnapatnam Port will be promoted.​

Highlighting the role of the creative economy, the Chief Minister said Amaravati should evolve into a Creative City, encouraging content creation and cultural industries.

He noted that actor Sanjay Dutt has expressed interest in investing in such projects.​

The officials informed the Chief Minister that the state recorded 309.2 million tourist visits last year, with a 21 per cent growth in the first nine months of the current year. ​

The government aims to further accelerate this momentum through integrated tourism planning, including temple tourism circuits.​

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good initiative, but execution is key. We've heard big plans before. The deadline for Godavari Pushkar Ghat works by August seems very tight. They need to ensure quality isn't compromised in the rush. The 50,000 rooms target is ambitious, hope it includes budget options for middle-class families.
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Arjun K
Seaplane services and cruise tourism? Wow! This could really put Vizag and other coastal cities on the international map. The creative city concept for Amaravati is interesting too. If managed well, this can be a game-changer for the state's economy. Jai Andhra Pradesh! ✈️
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Sarah B
As someone who visited Araku last year, the place is breathtaking but the infrastructure needs work. Glad to see eco-tourism getting focus. The homestay rating system is a must for safety and standards. Hope they preserve the natural beauty while developing.
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Vikram M
Temple tourism circuits coordinated with the endowments dept is a brilliant idea. Tirupati is already a huge draw, but linking it with other temples and improving facilities will help devotees and boost local businesses. The Havelock Bridge restoration is long overdue!
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Karthik V
While the plans sound great, I hope the committee ensures sustainable development. Caravan parks and tent cities near beaches and forests must have strict waste management rules. We don't want our beautiful destinations turning into garbage dumps. Responsible tourism should be the priority.

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