New Delhi, May 24 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged states on Saturday to develop at least one global-standard tourist destination to attract international visitors and boost the local economy.

During the 10th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, earlier on Saturday, the PM said that the G20 Summit helped India get recognised as a global tourist destination, but states should leverage the opportunity.

He urged the states to develop at least one tourist destination of global standards and expectations, according to a statement by NITI Aayog.

He said that 25-30 such tourist destinations can be created across India, NITI Aayog release added.

The 10th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog was attend...