NEW DELHI: Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways and Ayush Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated three revamped lighthouses in Dwarka, Gopnath and Veraval in Gujarat that were transformed as tourist destinations.
This marks the beginning of the campaign by the ministry to transform 75 historic lighthouses across India into tourist spots. Speaking on the occasion, Sonowal said this was in line with the visionary approach of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi to transform India’s distinctive lighthouses into captivating tourism sites. The initiative aims to showcase the rich culture and significance of these magnificent structures will boost tourism and empower local economy. The newly developed lighthouses will have many tourist attractions such as musical fountains, museums, selfie points and others.
Sonowal said, “It is a historic moment as we launch a campaign to transform India’s iconic lighthouses as potential tourism spots. Our dynamic leader, Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji has spoken about the unique appeal of lighthouses and their potential as tourist attraction during the 75th episode of Mann Ki Baat. With Modi ji’s guidance, this campaign is aimed at rejuvenating our lighthouses to become centres of attraction for tourists. We believe that these transformed lighthouses will create a vibrant tourist destination showcasing India’s rich and unique heritage to the world.
