Parliament Question: Development of Tourism Circuits and Destinations in Karnataka

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF TOURISM LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO.*302 ANSWERED ON 10.08.2026 DEVELOPMENT OF TOURISM CIRCUITS AND DESTINATIONS IN KARNATAKA *302. DR. PRABHA MALLIKARJUN: Will the Minister of TOURISM be pleased to state: (a) whether infrastructure support is being provided under schemes such as Swadesh Darshan 2.0, PRASHAD and other initiatives for the development of tourism circuits and destinations in Karnataka; (b) if so, the details of number of projects sanctioned and completed in the said State; (c) the details of funds allocated and utilised under the said schemes during the last three years; (d) the details of components covered, including roads, connectivity, amenities and visitor facilities; (e) whether smaller districts are adequately benefiting from such infrastructure development; and (f) if so, the details thereof along with the steps taken to address gaps in tourism infrastructure? ANSWER THE MINISTER OF TOURISM (SHRI GAJENDRA SINGH SHEKHAWAT) (a) to (f): A statement is laid on the Table of the House. ******STATEMENT IN REPLY TO PARTS (A) TO (F) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO.*302 ANSWERED ON 10.08.2026 REGARDING DEVELOPMENT OF TOURISM CIRCUITS AND DESTINATIONS IN KARNATAKA RAISED BY DR. PRABHA MALLIKARJUN (a) to (f): Identification, development and promotion of tourism destinations and products is primarily undertaken by the concerned State Governments (SGs)/Union Territory Administrations (UTAs). However, the Ministry of Tourism through its central sector schemes of ‘Swadesh Darshan (SD)’, ‘Swadesh Darshan 2.0 (SD2.0)’, ‘Challenge Based Destination Development (CBDD)’ – a sub scheme of SD2.0 and ‘Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual, Heritage Augmentation Drive (PRASHAD)’ supplements the efforts of the States/UTs by providing financial assistance for the development of tourism related infrastructure and experiences across the country, including in the State of Karnataka. In addition, Government of India under its initiative for ‘Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) – Development of Iconic Tourist Centres to Global Scale’ scheme, has also provided financial assistance to the States for development of tourism projects. The details of the project sanctioned under the aforementioned schemes in the State of Karnataka are annexed. The destinations/sites under the above mentioned Schemes are considered for development based on their tourism potential, cultural, historical and heritage importance, existing level of development among others. Further, these schemes envisions a pan Indiadevelopment so that the amenities developed contribute towards overall improvement of tourist destinations by enhancing tourist mobility, accessibility and developing basic tourism infrastructure with modern visitor amenities. *****ANNEXURE STATEMENT IN REPLY TO PARTS (A) to (F) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO.*302 ANSWERED ON 10.08.2026 REGARDING DEVELOPMENT OF TOURISM CIRCUITS AND DESTINATIONS IN KARNATAKA RAISED BY DR. PRABHA MALLIKARJUN Details of Projects sanctioned under SD 2.0 Scheme in Karnataka (Rs. In Crore) Sr. Project Sanction Major Amount Amount Physical No Name Year Components Sanctioned Authorized progress . 1 Ecological 2023-24 • Entry Plaza 18.48 1.85 50.88% Experienc • Eco Tower e Zone in • Eco Bridge Mysuru • Lake Walk • Canopy Walk • Food Plaza & Kiosks 2 Tonga Ride 2023-24 • Tonga 2.72 0.27 45.05% Heritage Stand (3 Experience Nos) Zone, • Horse Mysuru Stables (2 Nos) • Information Technology 3 Setting up 2023-24 • Noble 25.64 2.56 56.45% of Nook (8 ‘Traveller Nos) Nooks’, • Royal Nook Hampi (4 Nos) • Imperial Nook (8 Nos) • Information TechnologyDetails of Projects sanctioned under PRASHAD Scheme in Karnataka (Rs. In Crore) Sr. Project Sanction Major Amount Amount Physic No Name Year Components Sanctioned Authorized progress . 1 Developm 2023- • Development 45.38 13.33 10.88% ent of 24 at Chamundi Pilgrimage Temple Amenities Premises at Sri (Queue Chamunde Mandapam shwari Stretch, Devi Multipurpose Temple, Area & Stage, Mysuru Cloak room, Illumination) • Pilgrimage Facilities development at Mahisasura plaza(Amenities block, Entrance stone arch, Illumination) • Development at Devikere (Handrails for entire steps, Steps and mandapa beautification) • Nandi Statue Pavilion Development(Q ueue Mandapam, Paver area development) • Devi Pada Redevelopment (Steps andmandapa beautification, Handrails for entire steps) • CCTV, Public Announcement System, Metal Detector, Bag Scanner, People Counter Solutions. 2 Developm 2024- • Construction 18.37 - 0% ent of Sri 25 of Pilgrim Renuka Arrival Yallamma Centre Temple, • Construction Saundatti, of Waiting Belagavi area for Pilgrims • Pilgrimage Information Centre (3 nos.) • Construction of Canteen or Cafeteria • First Aid Centre for Pilgrims • Construction and Installation of Sewage Treatment Plant (2 nos.) • External Plumbing from toilet to STP • Solar Pannel Installation• Smart Display • Informational and Directional Signages • Landscaping • Pathways 3 Developm 2024- • Shoe Stand 22.25 6.30 22.82% ent of 25 Area, Cloak Papnash room and Temple, toilet block Bidar • Development District of Parking Area • Jatra Complex (Prashad Shops) • Changing Rooms near Pond • Upgradation of Pond Area • Prasada Nilaya • Cultural and Recreation Centre • Public Convenience • Anna Dasoha Building • 1 Lakh Liters Capacity Water Tank & Pump house • Steps & Walkways • Landscape work• Main Entrance gate • Construction of Compound Wall and Barbed Fencing • STP unit and Plumbing Works • Signage Boards • CCTV System Details of Projects sanctioned under CBDD Scheme in Karnataka (Rs. In Crore) Sr. Destinatio SanctioName of the Major Amount Amount Physica No n n Year Experience Component Sanctione Authorize l . d d progres s 1 Bidar 2025-26 Developmen• Heritage 25.00 2.50 0% (Culture & t of Bidar Walk Heritage) as a • EV buggy Heritage shuttle Tourism • Organised Destination parking • Plaza with Tree Canopy • Drinking water Kiosk • Story Telling Kiosk • Heritage Lighting • Landscapin g and Irrigation WorksAt Papnash Lake • Toilet Block • Ticket Counting Kiosk • Food Kiosk • Watch Tower • Souvenir Shops • Interactive Signage • Zip Line and High & Low Rope Course • Children's Park • Forest Trail Cycle track - 1.5km Details of Projects sanctioned under SASCI Scheme in Karnataka (Rs. In Crore) Sr. Name of the Sanction Major Amount Amount Physical No Project Year Components Sanctioned Authorized progress 1 Ecotourism & 2024-25 • Entrance 99.17 131.45 10.45% Cultural Hub at Plaza Roerich and • Residential Devika Rani Plaza Estate Tataguni • Waterfront in Bengaluru Plaza • Perfume Garden • Eco-Tourism • Sewage Treatment Plant2 Development of 2024-25 • Que Complex 100.00 0% Savadatti • Parking Yallammagudda Facility (300 in Belgavi Cars) • Anna Dasoha Complex Interpretation Centre/Admin Block/Command Control Centre *****