Uttarakhand Tourism Targets Global Travellers | SATTE 2026

Описание: Travel And Tour World presents an exclusive interview with Poonam Chand, Additional Director of the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board, recorded during SATTE 2026 at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in New Delhi.

In this insightful conversation, she shares how Uttarakhand — famously known as Devbhumi (Land of the Gods) — is expanding beyond spiritual tourism to promote adventure tourism, rural tourism, sustainable travel, and international visitor growth.

Uttarakhand welcomed nearly 6 crore visitors last year, with around 9 lakh tourists participating in adventure tourism activities such as river rafting and other outdoor experiences. The state is now focusing on responsible tourism, infrastructure development, and attracting high-value international travellers.

Key highlights from the interview:

• Uttarakhand’s strategy to balance spiritual, adventure, and leisure tourism
• Development of rural tourism and over 6000 registered homestays
• Government subsidies of up to ₹15 lakh for homestay construction
• Training programs for local communities and tourism professionals
• Introduction of astro-tourism and stargazing experiences
• Infrastructure and connectivity improvements across the state
• Managing tourist flow and registration systems for the Char Dham Yatra
• Plans to attract more international visitors and tour operators

Uttarakhand Tourism is also developing award-winning tourism villages such as Harsil, Jakhol, Supi, and Sarmoli, while promoting community-based tourism and sustainable development across the Himalayan region.

During SATTE 2026, Asia’s largest travel trade exhibition, Uttarakhand Tourism participated with nearly 100 stakeholders from across the state to showcase its diverse tourism offerings.

Watch the full interview to learn how Uttarakhand is positioning itself as a global destination for spiritual journeys, adventure experiences, and responsible tourism.

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