Amritsar and Kapurthala, include in 30 cities of historical and religious tourism

In Punjab, two cities, Amritsar and Kapurthala, have been included in the 30 cities of historical and religious tourism importance of 15 States of the country selected under the Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme of the Union Ministry of Tourism. Earlier in the year 2018-19 Sri Anandpur Sahib, Sri Fatehgarh Sahib, Chamkaur Sahib, Ferozepur, Khatkar Kalan, Patiala and Kalanaur were selected in this Scheme.

The objective of the Swadesh Darshan Scheme of the Union Government is to make the visit of tourists pleasant and



memorable by providing better basic facilities in cities of historical and religious importance. Under this, 70 crores of rupees will be spent on development works in Amritsar and Kapurthala cities of Punjab. 

The government's effort is to ensure that tourists stay in these cities for a longer period and get detailed information about the historical and cultural heritage. Definitely, this move will give a boost to the tourism industry in these cities.