New Delhi, Feb. 1 -- In the Union Budget 2025-26, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman outlined a comprehensive plan for the development of the top 50 tourist destinations across the country.

This initiative will be carried out in partnership with state governments through a challenge mode. To facilitate the creation of essential infrastructure, states will be responsible for providing the necessary land.

Additionally, hotels located in these destinations will be included in the Infrastructure HML (Hotel Management List).

To foster employment-led growth, several measures will be implemented. These include organizing intensive skill development programmes for youth, particularly through Institutes of Hospitality Management.

The governme...