Question: K J Alphonse, Union Minister of Tourism inaugurated Eco Circuit project at?
(a) Karnataka
(b) Goa
(c) Kerala
(d) Tamil Nadu
Answer: (c)
Related facts:
- Shri K J Alphons, Union Minister of Tourism inaugurated the project ‘Development of Eco Circuit: Pathanmthitta- Gavi- Vagamon-Thekkady’ in Kerala. This project is the part of eco circuit theme of Swadesh Darshan Scheme of Ministry of Tourism.
- This eco circuit project was sanctioned for Rs. 76.55 in December, 2015.
- Major works carried out under the project includes Eco Adventure Tourism Park at Vagamon, Cultural Centre at Kadamanitta, Eco Log Huts at Peerumedu, Idukki Approach Roads, Walking trails, Rain Shelters at Pine Valley Forest, Thekkady, Kumily, Moozhiyar Dam, Penstock and Kakki Dam.
Swadesh Darshan:
- Swadesh Darshan scheme is one of the flagship programmes of Ministry of Tourism for development of thematic circuits in the country in a planned and prioritized manner.
- Under this scheme the government is focusing on development of quality infra structure, in the country with objective of providing better experience and facilities to the visitors on one hand and on other hand fostering the economic growth.
- The scheme was launched in 2014-15 and as on date the ministry has sanctioned 77 projects worth projects for Rs. 6131.88 crore to 30 States and UTs.
- The Ministry of Tourism recognizing the tourism potential of the state has sanctioned 7 projects in the State of Kerala under the Swadesh Darshan and PRASHAD scheme for an approximate amount of Rs. 550 crore.
By Ramayan Upadhyay
Links:
http://pib.nic.in/newsite/PrintRelease.aspx?relid=188661
http://swadeshdarshan.gov.in/index.php?Theme