Telangana explores wine tourism model
The Telangana government is exploring the development of a wine tourism sector, inspired by international winery models. Officials are evaluating potential locations in Rangareddy and Vikarabad districts to integrate vineyards with hospitality and tourism.
Why it matters
This represents a strategic effort by the state to diversify its tourism economy and attract private investment through new niche markets.
Telangana is exploring the possibility of developing wine tourism, with Prohibition and Excise Minister Jupally Krishna Rao studying international winery models during a visit to the United States.
As part of the visit, the Minister toured the Stone Tower Winery in Leesburg, Virginia, where he examined vineyard operations, grape cultivation, wine production techniques, fermentation, storage, ageing, bottling, quality control and marketing. He also studied how wineries are integrated with tourism through guided tours, hospitality and curated visitor experiences.
Mr. Rao said Rangareddy and Vikarabad districts have the potential to emerge as destinations for vineyard and winery-based tourism because of their proximity to Hyderabad and favourable conditions for grape cultivation. He said the government would study suitable locations, climatic conditions and investment models before taking the proposal forward.
The initiative aligns with the Telangana Tourism Policy 2025-30, which aims to diversify the State’s tourism offerings through private and public-private partnership investments.
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