Tag: Bastar tourism

Chhattisgarh’s tourism initiatives under Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai aim to empower rural communities through the Chhattisgarh Homestay Policy, tourism industry incentives and the ₹1 lakh Chendru State Rural Tourism Award.

Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has hailed Bastar as India's next iconic tourism destination, stating, "If you haven't seen Bastar, you haven't seen India." Highlighting the region's breathtaking natural beauty, rich tribal heritage, and remarkable transformation from a conflict-affected area to a thriving tourism hub, he said Bastar is poised to become one of the country's most sought-after travel destinations under the Centre's vision of developing 50 new iconic tourist sites.

केंद्रीय गृह मंत्री अमित शाह के बस्तर दौरे ने नक्सल प्रभावित क्षेत्र में शांति से विकास की नई शुरुआत का संदेश दिया। नेतानार में ‘जन जन सुविधा केंद्र’ के उद्घाटन के साथ सुरक्षा कैंपों को सेवा केंद्रों में बदलने, रोजगार, शिक्षा, कनेक्टिविटी और आदिवासी सशक्तिकरण से जुड़े कई बड़े विकास कार्यक्रमों की घोषणा की गई।

Bastar Pandum 2026 has become a historic celebration of tribal heritage with over 54,000 participants registered across the Bastar division. Showcasing 12 traditional cultural disciplines, indigenous arts, music, dance, cuisine and crafts, the festival highlights Bastar’s rich tribal identity while empowering local artists and youth. Scheduled from February 7 to 9, the mega event is set to take Chhattisgarh’s cultural legacy to the global stage.

Chhattisgarh Tourism Board captivated attention at TTF Ahmedabad 2025, showcasing its diverse tourism circuits under the guidance of Chairman Neelu Sharma. Over 200 travel agents joined hands to promote the state’s growing tourism potential, drawing strong interest from national stakeholders.