Minister of Tourism and Culture Kandula Durgesh announced infrastructure projects worth ₹2,643
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Why in news
The Minister of Tourism and Culture announced infrastructure projects for Godavari Pushkarams 2027 and the expansion of cocoa cultivation in Andhra Pradesh.
Background
Minister Kandula Durgesh announced ₹2,643 crore for Godavari Pushkarams 2027 infrastructure. Minister V. Subhash announced the expansion of cocoa crops to 1,000 additional acres in Amalapuram district.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact₹2,643 crore allocated for Godavari Pushkarams 2027 infrastructure projects.
- Fact₹94.44 crore released by the Ministry of Tourism for the Akhanda Godavari project.
- FactCocoa crop expansion planned for 1,000 additional acres in Amalapuram district.
- PlaceGodavari River: Major river in Southern India, central to the Pushkarams and Akhanda Godavari project.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of infrastructure development and crop diversification in boosting regional tourism and rural livelihoods in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- tourism-led economic growth
- agricultural diversification
- infrastructure as a catalyst
- livelihood security
Keywords: infrastructure development · crop diversification · tourism promotion · rural livelihoods · regional development
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