Saturday 15 June 2013

Tourism developments in Puducherry

Tourist arrivals to Pondicherry has increased to 7.5% compared to last year.

The recent Oscar Winner "Life of PI" was shot in Pondicherry. The film has given tremendous publicity in the International Market for Film Tourism in India. To develop the spots of "Life of PI" The Ministry of Tourism has prioritized two projects for Rs.10.00 Crs in this year.

The Arikamedu, the only place in India which gives clear evidence for Indo-Roman Trade is proposed for development under mega scale. The Ministry of Tourism is under the consideration of sanctioning the project under "Mega Circuit Development".

Further, the National Level Consultant appointed by the Minister has identified various projects for development of tourism in Puducherry at an approximate estimated cost of Rs.188.00 Crs.

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