Seven panels, all of which are headed by senior figures in the hospitality industry, have been established by the state government to improve the effects of tourism in the state of West Bengal. The announcement was made by Babul Supriyo, the state's minister of tourism.
While elaborating on this objective, Supriyo also offered a specific example of one of the panels brainstorming ideas for how to advertise Durga Puja everywhere, a holiday that, in his opinion, is comparable to or even more grandiose and all-encompassing than the well-known carnival of Rio.
Supriyo provided additional information and news about the initiatives that will be implemented in the public and private sectors in order to transform Bengal, a region that is a combination of seas, hills, and dense vegetation, into a popular tourist destination. Supriyo also stated that tourist circuits along rivers will receive more consideration.
He continued by saying that by the end of September, the panels would have had several fruitful discussions among themselves and would then be ready to share their recommendations and opinions on the subject.
In addition, he said that visitors will be able to take advantage of a 10-day package to learn more about the Durga Puja festival and its various aspects and that a 15-day Gangasagar package, as part of which travelers can board a cruise from Babughat, visit various Ghats, and arrive at Sagar Islands, is also being considered. In addition, he claimed, the package will include travel to the Sundarbans.
He gave the assurance that they are dedicated to raising the ranks and winning top positions.
Durga Puja is a major celebration in the Indian states of West Bengal, Bihar, Assam, and Odisha. It is observed throughout the course of five days. Streets are decorated with festive lights, loudspeakers broadcast joyful melodies, as well as priests, recite hymns and chants, and pandals are built by communities.
