India, Sept. 17 -- Bhubaneswar: In a bid to boost marine tourism and add to Puri's global appeal, the Odisha government is planning to set up an international-standard marine aquarium and underwater zoo near the beach.
The Fisheries and Animal Resources Development (F&ARD) Department has floated an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the project, which aims to provide visitors with a world-class marine experience while promoting education, conservation, and sustainable development.
The facility is envisioned as a key attraction that will complement the pilgrim city's iconic Shree Jagannath Temple and its beaches, positioning Puri as a global hub for marine tourism.
According to the EOI, the project will be executed under the public-private...