Early Times Report
Jammu, Mar 2: Jammu and Kashmir Commissioner Secretary Tourism officials focused on the implementation of ongoing tourism projects, infrastructural enhancements, and the operational efficiency of Tourism Development Authorities ( TDAs) in boosting tourism in the region at a review meeting here on Sunday. Reviewing the CAPEX Budget 2024-25 of the Tourism Department, and assessing the performance and functioning of Tourism Development Authorities (TDAs)Jammu and Kashmir Commissioner Secretary Tourism, Yasha Mudgal emphasized the need for optimal utilization of allocated funds besides timely completion of ongoing projects. She directed the executing agencies to ensure that all projects scheduled for the current financial year are completed without any delay. Highlighting the importance of streamlining administrative processes, she called for accelerated project execution and quality service delivery to enhance the tourist exp Yasha Mudgal emphasized the need for optimal utilization of allocated funds besides timely completion of ongoing projects. She directed the executing agencies to ensure that all projects scheduled for the current financial year are completed without any delay. She urged the authorities to adopt a proactive approach to promote sustainable and eco-friendly tourism. She directed the officials to identify high-impact projects capable of significantly boosting tourism revenue and employment generation. rience. She urged the authorities to adopt a proactive approach to promoting sustainable and eco-friendly tourism, leveraging digital platforms for outreach and fostering public-private partnerships for infrastructural development. While reviewing the CAPEX Budget allocation for TDAs, the Commissioner Secretary stressed the need for transparent financial planning, timely utilization of funds, and strict adherence to project deadlines to maximise the impact of investments in the tourism sector. She directed the officials to identify high-impact projects capable of significantly boosting tourism revenue and employment generation. Mudgal also emphasized the importance of inter-departmental coordination to resolve bottlenecks, expedite approvals, and ensure seamless execution of projects. She instructed the officers to establish a robust monitoring mechanism to ensure accountability and efficiency in implementing tourism-related initiatives. |