Kumaraswamy requests Srirangapatna tourism hub development under Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme
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Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy requested the development of Srirangapatna as a tourism hub under the Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme to enhance infrastructure and heritage sites.
Background
H.D. Kumaraswamy presented a Detailed Project Report (DPR) to Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat for Srirangapatna's development. The proposal focuses on infrastructure and heritage sites, specifically the Ranganathaswamy Temple, under the Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemeSwadesh Darshan 2.0: A central government scheme aimed at developing and promoting tourist destinations in India.
- PlaceSrirangapatna: A historical site in Karnataka featuring the Ranganathaswamy Temple.
- PostH.D. Kumaraswamy: Union Minister who proposed the Srirangapatna tourism hub development.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme can be leveraged to promote heritage tourism while ensuring the preservation of cultural integrity in historical sites.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Heritage preservation: Balancing large-scale infrastructure development with the conservation of ancient temple architecture
- Economic decentralization: Creating localized employment through tourism hubs in Tier-2 and Tier-3 historical locations
Keywords: Heritage Tourism · Infrastructure Development · Cultural Preservation · Swadesh Darshan 2.0 · Tourism Hub
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