State preparing framework to grant industry status to tourism sector: Minister

The Kerala government is developing a framework to grant industry status to its tourism sector to boost competitiveness. The state is also preparing for the 13th Kerala Travel Mart, which has seen record-breaking buyer registrations.
Why it matters
Granting industry status can provide tourism businesses with better access to credit and subsidies, potentially accelerating regional economic growth.
The State government is preparing a framework to implement the proposal announced in the recent State budget to grant industry status to Kerala’s tourism sector, Minister for Tourism and Culture P.C. Vishnunadh said.
The report provides a straightforward account of government policy plans and event logistics without editorializing.
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