Memorandums of Understanding totaling more than Rs 1,500 crore have been inked for enhancing tourism infrastructure in the Saurashtra region during the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC)-2025, as disclosed by Minister of State for Tourism Jayram Gamit to the Legislative Assembly. The Tourism Department has sealed agreements amounting to Rs 1,527.56 crore for the Saurashtra Zone under VGRC-2025, aiming to bolster tourism facilities and related infrastructure in Gujarat.
These agreements are part of a broader strategy to boost tourism amenities in Saurashtra and Kutch, drawing in both domestic and international tourists while also expanding local job opportunities and income prospects. The strategic MoUs signed are geared towards achieving this objective, focusing on initiatives like eco-tourism, luxury hotels, resorts, and training institutes in the region.
Projects set to be established include eco-tourism ventures, luxury accommodations, and training centers, with a specific emphasis on creating employment opportunities in the Rann region. Additionally, the initiative aims to safeguard historical and heritage sites, promoting local handicrafts, folk arts, and cultural preservation through the development of heritage hotels and cultural centers.
Furthermore, an integrated platform will be introduced to offer services such as online booking, guidance, and package tours for tourists, enhancing the overall tourism experience. Minister Gamit expressed confidence that these efforts will elevate Gujarat’s reputation nationally and internationally, contributing significantly to the state’s tourism sector’s holistic growth.
In a bid to further boost tourism, the state government has designated 2026 as the ‘Gujarat Tourism Year’ in the recently announced Budget.
