Minister unveils ‘Godavari declaration’ to promote tourism ahead of Godavari Pushkarams-2027
Andhra Pradesh Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh has unveiled the 'Godavari Declaration' to boost tourism infrastructure, including tent cities and AI-driven documentation of heritage sites. The initiative aims to capitalize on the upcoming Godavari Pushkarams-2027 and the region's growing popularity as a film and travel destination.
Why it matters
This reflects the state's strategic push to leverage technology and cultural heritage to drive economic growth through the tourism sector.
Minister of Culture and Tourism Kandula Durgesh on Sunday (September 27, 2026) unveiled the Godavari Declaration titled “The Godavari Calls,” aimed to promote tourism ahead of Godavari Pushkarams-2027. “The Godavari region has emerged as a prime destination for film shootings and the homestay initiative also gained popularity. A tent city and Havelock bridge will be developed ahead of the Godavari Pushkarams,” he said.
Addressing the gathering on World Tourism Day celebrations here, Mr. Durgesh said that the tourism sector, which recently gained industry status, succeeded in attracting ₹20,000 crore of investment in the State. He said that construction of at least 16 major hotels across the State was in progress, with an estimated investment of ₹6,000 crore attracted over the past two years in Andhra Pradesh.
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