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Tourism and Wellness
Karnataka has the largest number of tourist destinations in India. The landscape in the state is a wonderful mix of hills, plains, rivers, waterfalls, beaches and forests teeming with wildlife. Karnataka has a 320 kilometres-long coastline, which boasts of pristine beaches. The state hosts UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the magnificent monuments at Hampi and Pattadakal, and the ancient Hoysala temples in Belur, Halebid, and Somanathapur. The Karnataka State Department of Archaeology Museums and Heritage protects 844 monuments, and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) maintains 609 sites.
1st
In the number of tourist destinations in India
27
Wildlife sanctuaries, and 10 other Sanctuaries catering to peacock, slothbear etc. and 5 national parks
4th
Rank in Indian Tourism
319
Number of tourist destinations
Sector Incentives and Policy
Tourism Policy
| Particulars | Incentives |
|---|---|
| Capital Investment Subsidy | Up to 25% of tourism projects outside Bengaluru Urban district, capped at Rs. 10 Cr. |
| Stamp Duty | 100% Reimbursement |
| Registration Charges | 100% Reimbursement |
| Land Conversion Fee | 100% Reimbursement |
| Motor Vehicle Tax | Reimbursement on tax for new buses and cabs for tourism service providers for five years |
| Electricity Tariff | Electricity and Water provided to homestays at domestic tariffs |
Initiatives and Growth Drivers
Strong Ecosystem
Wellness clusters being developed in Mysuru, Bengaluru and Shivamogga.
Legacy
Karnataka Exhibition Authority, Mysore, set up in 1981 to promote the art, culture, literature, science, and technology of Karnataka through exhibitions and fairs.
Infrastructure Support
State Tourism Development Corporation set up in 1971 to provide basic needs of accommodation and transport facilities to the visiting tourists at tourist destinations.
Tourism Potential
Potential for niche tourism - cruises (Mangaluru/Coastal Karnataka), adventure (Kali River/Dubare), medical and eco-tourism (Malnad Karnataka/Western Ghats of Karnataka).
Tourism Schemes
The Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana (HRIDAY) by Government of India (GoI) enhances tourism potential in 12 heritage cities, Badami being one of them.
Tourism Market
Market on the rise, with tourist arrivals reaching 28.45 crore in 2023, up from 18 crore in 2022. The state aims to attract 48 crore tourists in India to be among the top three states in India's tourism market.
Sector Champions
Dr. Isaac Mathai
Founder & Medical Director
SOUKYA International Holistic Health Centre Pvt. Ltd.
SOUKYA is a Global Model for Holistic Health and Wellness where Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Naturopathy, Yoga therapy and complementary therapies are practised under one roof. Situated on a 30 acre Organic farm in Whitefield on the outskirts of Bangalore, it has treated guests and patients from more than 100 countries. Eminent personalities like HRH The Prince of Wales, HRH Camilla The Duchess of Cornwall, Oscar winning Hollywood actress Ms.Emma Thompson etc have stayed several times in SOUKYA. All eco-friendly practises are followed at SOUKYA.
Salil Gupte
President
Boeing India
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Boeing has been a strong partner of India’s aerospace sector for almost eight decades, both as the mainstay of India’s commercial aviation sector as well as an important partner in the mission readiness and modernization of India’s defense forces. Headquartered in Delhi, Boeing’s India operations include field service offices in Mumbai, Hindan, Rajali and New Delhi, and a rapidly growing Boeing India Engineering & Technology Center (BIETC) in Bengaluru and Chennai. The upcoming Boeing engineering and technology campus in Bengaluru, Karnataka will conduct core engineering and research for Boeing’s iconic products as well as future platforms. The campus will be one of the largest for Boeing, outside of the US.
Sector Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 8105421082
