11 Telangana forts, one big experiment: Tourism Dept invites private investors to conserve and operate tourism facilities
The Telangana Tourism Department is seeking private partners to conserve and develop 11 historic forts through a Public-Private Partnership model. The initiative aims to boost tourism infrastructure while preserving the heritage sites for public access.
Why it matters
This model represents a significant shift in heritage management, balancing commercial tourism development with the long-term conservation of historical monuments.
From Bhongir’s Fort — one of the largest batholith — to the sprawling ruins of Devarakonda and the medieval walls of Rachakonda, Telangana’s historic forts could soon get a new lease of life. The Telangana Tourism Department is looking for private investors and tourism companies to help conserve, develop and operate tourism facilities around 11 historic forts under a proposed Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
The idea is to bring private investment and tourism expertise into heritage sites, create visitor experiences and revenue-generating facilities, and use part of the revenue to fund the long-term conservation of the monuments, said a senior official.
The entrance of Majestic Rachakonda fort in Nalgonda district. File | Photo Credit: SINGAM VENKATARAMANA
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