State Tourism Ministers Meet held in Udaipur, Rajasthan on 14–15 October 2025

The State Tourism Ministers Meet held in Udaipur, Rajasthan on 14–15 October 2025 marked a pivotal moment in India's tourism transformation agenda. Here's a summary of the key developments:

Purpose of the Meet
- Convened by the Ministry of Tourism, the event brought together Tourism Ministers and senior officials from all States and Union Territories.
- The meet aimed to advance the Prime Minister’s vision of “One State: One Global Destination”, encouraging each State and UT to develop at least one globally benchmarked tourist destination.

Strategic Focus
- The initiative aligns with the Union Budget 2025–26, which introduced a twin strategy:
- Destination Development: Infrastructure, accessibility, and amenities
- Destination Management: Sustainability, community engagement, and heritage preservation

- Discussions centered around two key frameworks:
- Development of 50 Destinations
- Performance Linked Incentives to encourage private sector-led tourism

Highlights from the Event
- Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat inaugurated the meet and emphasized the importance of globally competitive destinations.
- Delegates visited tourism infrastructure sites in Udaipur to observe best practices in heritage management and community engagement.
- States like Jammu & Kashmir showcased their tourism potential, highlighting destinations such as Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Gurez, and pilgrimage circuits for development.

This meet is expected to catalyze a new era of tourism in India, blending cultural richness with global standards.