India Tourism Industry

Posted on August 8, 2009 in India Tourism

India tourism industry is flourishing well. The increased incomes of the middle class, and more expenditure on the part of foreign tourists visiting India, the coffers of the Tourism industry are filling The Government of India is also making an all out effort to promote the “incredible India”.

The recent extremists’ attacks on foreign nationals did deter tourists from coming to India, but this is not a long lasting phenomenon. The Government has ensured that visiting tourists feel safe when visiting India.

Efforts by Government of India
The Government has also created an infrastructure for better tourism promotion. Every state in the country has a corporation dealing with tourists matters in order to administer support issues that are related to matters concerning tourism. Much effort is made to preserve the monuments. Guides are there to help the tourists find their way.

Growth of Medical Tourism
The number of medical tourists is increasing every year. This is a growing industry and the growth rate is at 30% per annum.

Philosophy of Indian Tourism
Indian tourism is based upon nationalistic ideas such as Swaagat, which means welcome, Shayog implying cooperation and Soochanan meaning information. Other areas that the Government focuses upon are Sanrachanna or infrastructure, Suvidha or facilitation, Safai (cleanliness), Suraksha (security). Much attention is given to the tourist and efforts are made to make him or her as comfortable as possible.

India a Global Destination
India is becoming a global destination and many tourists from different parts of the world are visiting its grand monuments and buildings and alluring beaches. Tourists from France, Netherlands, China, USA, Singapore etc are coming to India to enjoying various attractions the country has to offer.

India tourism is a profitable industry. The growing middle class has also increased domestic tourism revenue. Even international travelers have also been adding to the tourist revenue coffers of the country. In the year 2006, about 4 million tourists visited the country and spent around US$8.9 billion.

Why this stupendous growth in Indian tourism?
The financial standing of the middle class has improved considerably and naturally the domestic tourism revenue has contributed well to tourism revenue coffers. The habit of going on weekend trips has been on the increase. Disposal income has increased by 10.11% 2001 – 2006 and lot of it is being spent on travel.

The effect of IT industry Tourism industry
The IT industry has brought more foreign nationals to India, who make weekend trips during their leisure hours. During their free time they would like to go for sightseeing. Also the growth of middle class income potentiality due to the industry has meant more tourism revenue for the Indian Government.

Future Predictions of Indian Tourism
The number of tourist arrivals is likely to increase by 22% per year till about 2010. The foreign will increase by 33 % as recorded in 2004. Several campaigns are being organized by the Indian Government to enhance tourism and attract more foreign nationals to the country.

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