Holds discussions to boost tourist footfall in Jammu
JAMMU: The Maharaja Gulab Singh Brigade delegation led by Anil Singh Rakwal, Working President and Satya Bhushan Dubey, Secretary under the chairmanship of Sh. Shivang Satya Gupta felicitated Suraj Prakash Singh Rakwal, Special Secretary, J&K Tourism Department, during a meeting held at the Civil Secretariat in Jammu on Thursday. They also presented Special Secretary with a sacred ‘Chunri’ dedicated to the Goddess as a mark of respect and honour.
During the meeting, the delegation held detailed discussions with Special Secretary on promoting tourism in Jammu and establishing a distinct identity for the region in the tourism sector.
The Maharaja Gulab Singh Brigade delegation highlighted the immense tourism potential of Jammu and stressed the need for focused initiatives to attract more tourists, strengthen tourism infrastructure and promote the region's rich cultural, religious and historical heritage. It was also emphasised that Jammu region has significant opportunities to emerge as a prominent tourist destination through the promotion of its religious shrines, heritage sites, natural beauty and local traditions.
The members of the Brigade called for sustained efforts to give Jammu tourism greater visibility at the national and international levels, while exploring new opportunities for regional development and employment generation through the tourism sector.
Responding to the delegation, Suraj Prakash Singh Rakwal assured that special efforts would be undertaken in the near future to boost tourism in Jammu. He acknowledged the importance of promoting the region's tourism potential and expressed his commitment to supporting initiatives aimed at strengthening the sector.
The Maharaja Gulab Singh Brigade expressed confidence in Suraj Prakash Singh Rakwal's commitment and leadership, stating that they firmly believe his efforts will help take the tourism sector in Jammu to new heights and establish the region as a prominent tourist destination.
On the occasion, the delegation also extended warm Diwali greetings to Special Secretaru, who reciprocated by conveying his best wishes to the members of the Brigade on the festive occasion.
The meeting concluded with a shared emphasis on strengthening cooperation and undertaking meaningful initiatives to promote Jammu's tourism potential and give the region a stronger identity on the tourism map.