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TOURISM IN NE REGION- SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS
This chapter details out the “Existing Tourism Situation” in the North East Region in order to
identifying and developing new potential sites in all the eight states.
3.1 TOURISM IN NORTH EAST REGION’S ECONOMY
A. TOURISM IN NORTH EAST REGION
The North East of India comprising of the 8 states of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur,
Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura and Sikkim, is a reservoir of rich natural resources &
biodiversity and, amalgamation of different tribes and cultures.
Spread over an area of 2,65,000 sq.kms, the North East India has an ecology and lifestyle, and
economy that have been shaped by the major rivers of the region - the Brahmaputra and the
Barak, ranges of mountains and thick tracks of jungles and heavy monsoons.
NER is blessed with rich biodiversity, huge forest wealth, fruits and vegetables, flowers, herbs
and aromatic plants, rare and rich flora and fauna, India’s largest perennial water system, the
River Brahmaputra and its tributaries, horticultural products/plantation crops/vegetables/spices
and rare forest products.
Natural, Heritage, Religious, Cultural, Intangible Resources, People
RICH TOURISM RESOURCES
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The tourism map of North Eastern Region is depicted below:
With more than 220 ethnic groups with equal number of dialects makes it hugely diverse region.
The North East India is rich in biological diversity and contains more than one-third of the
country’s total biodiversity. The region is considered one of the 18 hotspots of the world. The
region has at least 7500 flowering plants, 700 orchids, 58 bamboos, 64 citrus, 28 conifers, 500
mosses, 700 ferns and 728 lichen species. The region is equally rich in faunal diversity. An
estimated 3624 species of insects, 50 molluscs, 236 fishes, 64 amphibians, 137 reptiles, 541 birds
and 160 mammalian species have been identified so far. The region is also rich in terms of
genetic and ecosystem diversity. Some of the important gene pools of citrus, banana and rice are
reported to have originated from this region. The ecosystem diversity of the region ranges from
tropical ecosystems to alpine ecosystems in the Himalayan ranges and also includes wetlands,
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flood plains, riverines and aquatic ecosystems. A wide variety of man-modified ecosystems such
as jhum (one way of shifting Cultivation) agro-ecosystem, wet rice agro-ecosystem and alder
based agro-ecosystem contribute towards the rich ecosystem diversity. An estimated 33% of the
total biological diversity of the region is endemic (Barik at al).
This region is a melting pot of variegated cultural mosaic of people and races, an ethnic tapestry
of many hues and shades. The folk culture is still vital in this region. The primitive culture of at
least the Neolithic age now co-exists with the modern and post -modern lifestyle. Well
integrated with life and nature, the folk artworks have a common element of tune and tone.
Handlooms are a rich village industry in most of the states in the region. This in most of the cases
is a hereditary occupation. Some of the handloom products, which are known for their excellent
craftsmanship are - carpets of Arunachal Pradesh, Muga silk products of Assam, Lashingphee of
Manipur, Shawls of Nagaland and Mizoram. Other common handloom products such as bed
Sheets, Scurf, Jackets are produced in almost all the States of the region.
North East States shares borders with China in the north, Bangladesh in the South-West, Bhutan
in the North-West and Myanmar in the East. All the above factors make the North-East a
prospective hub of international tourism, trade and commerce.
B. TOURISM IN THE ECONOMY
Tourism in India is a growing industry, and as per World Tourism Organisation predictions, India
will be a leader in using tourism as an employment generator. The State of Meghalaya must be
placed in a strategic position to take advantage of this growth. Tourism being a multi sectoral
activity has the capacity to stimulate different sectors of the economy. It is evident from highly
developed states and countries that tourism opens up immense opportunities for economic
development, poverty alleviation and income generation. Being labour intensive, it opens
avenues for a host of employment opportunities. Tourism can also make a positive impact on
conserving the environment, cultural enrichment, development of rural areas and
empowerment of women.
Tourism has emerged as one of the prospective sectors of industry in the Northeast. The
economic development of NER has been greatly influenced by the tourism. The growth of
tourism industry over the years has nourished and stimulated the development process. The
tourism industry has also been able to generate large scale employment opportunities and the
development of the region as a whole.
3.2 STATE WISE TOURISM RESOURCES
The eight States of the North Eastern Region form part of the East Himalayan region, which
extends from Sikkim eastwards and embraces the Darjeeling Hills of West Bengal. The rich
natural beauty, serenity and exotic flora and fauna of the area are invaluable resources for the
development of eco-tourism. The Region is endowed with diverse tourist attractions and each
State has its own distinct features. The attractions are scattered over the entire region and are
largely located in remote areas within highly fragile environments. These attractions and the
people of the Region constitute the tourism resources at large. All the 8 states have ample
tourist destination, which is described as below:
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A. ARUNACHAL PRADESH:
Popularly called as the land of rising sun, it is the remotest states with large number of tourist
destination. It is the largest of all the north east states. The natural beauty, tribal culture, craft
tradition, splendid wild life and magical charm make the state one of the most beautiful.
The tourism resources of Arunachal Pradesh have been classified into the following categories:
NATURE BASED:
Arunachal Pradesh is one of the Asia’s most biologically diverse and intact forests Eco-system.
Arunachal Pradesh has been recognized as one of the 18 biodiversity hotspots of the world1. In
Arunachal Pradesh, the proportion of area under forests was the highest in the country at 94 per
cent. There are nine Wildlife Sanctuaries, one Biosphere Reserve (Dibang Biosphere Reserve)
and two National Parks in Arunachal Pradesh. There are two tiger reserves namely Namdapha
Tiger Reserve and Pakke Tiger Reserve.
The protected areas are: Namdhapa National Park and Tiger Reserve, Mouling National Park,
Dihang Dibang Biosphere Reserve, Dibang Sanctuary, Pakke Sanctuary, Itanagar Sanctuary,
Daying Ering Sanctuary, Mehao Sanctuary, Kane Sanctuary, Eagle's Nest Sanctuary, Kamlang
Sanctuary, Sessa Orchid Sanctuary etc
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RELIGIOUS
Arunachal Pradesh is fast becoming one of the most popular tourist destinations in Eastern
India. Religious tourism is an important aspect of tourism in Arunachal Pradesh It is richly
endowed with ancient Buddhist monasteries and temples. The tourist spots with religious
importance include the Parashuram Kund, believed to be the place where the mythological
Parashuram had washed his sins, and the 400 year old Tawang monastery.
The religious resources are Tawang Monastery, Urgelling Monastery, Bomdila Monastery,
Rigyalling Monastery, Tokstang Monastery, Brama Dung Chung Ani Gompa, Gyangong Ani
Gompa, Singsur Ani Gompa, Gorsam Chorten, Samtem Yongcha, Parasuram Kund,
Bhismaknagar, Akashiganga, Malinithan etc
CULTURAL
Arunachal Pradesh is a culturally rich state consisting of 26 tribes and several sub tribes that live
in as many as 3649 villages. The people of the region are the descendants of Mongolian origin.
Broadly, there are three cultural groups known for their distinct socio-religious practices
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The first group includes the Monpas and Sherdukpens of Tawang and West Kameng districts.
They follow the lamaistic tradition of Mahayana Buddhism.
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The second group forms with the people of Adis, Akas, Apatanis, Bangnis, Nishis, Mishmis,
Mijis, Thongsas etc., who worship Sun and Moon God as their gods.
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The third group comprises of people of the Noctes and Wanchos tribal communities. They
are mostly found in the Tirap district. The people have their strict village society headed by a
hereditary chief who plays significant role in varied situations.
Arts and Crafts: The state of Arunachal Pradesh can be divided into three parts from the
viewpoint of the various art and crafts in the state.
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The first part includes the Buddhist tribe.
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The second of this division is the central part. This is the region from east Kameng to Lohit.
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The third portion is the eastern territory
HISTORICAL
Arunachal Pradesh has one of the oldest histories in India. There are several people who come
to this state as a result of the unique historical importance that it occupies. The major historical
monuments of Arunachal Pradesh are: Malinithan, Bismaknagar, Tawang Gompa, Statue of
Sakyamuni etc. The other historical resources are: Ita Fort, Talung Dzong, Dzong Building,
Bhalukpong, Jameri Megalithic, Dirang Fort, Gyuto Tantric University. Lhagyala Gonpa Morshing
etc.
The major archaeological ruins of Arunachal Pradesh are Remains in Bishmak Nagar and
Malinithan.
ADVENTURE
The terrain of Arunachal is appropriate for the adventure enthusiasts and nature seekers
Trekking: Arunachal Pradesh is endowed with great trekking routes. The main treks in Arunachal
Pradesh are: Tribal Villages Trek, High Altitude Trek, Siang Valley Trek, Talley Valley Trek and
Cultural Tours. Other trekking rout in operation is Bomdila-Pangma-Chander-Dirang.
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River Rafting: The land of Arunachal Pradesh boasts of the mighty river Brahmaputra which
comes down from Tibet to this North Eastern state of India. The popular sites for river rafting in
Arunachal Pradesh are Kameng (Seppa-Bhalukpung), Subansiri (Taliha-North of Daporijo), Siang
(entire course) and Dibang (Anini-Assam Border).
Fishing and Angling: Arunachal Pradesh offers ample opportunities for angling. Fishes such as
Mahaseer and Trout are found in plenty here. The water at the higher altitudes of the state is
rich in golden and the rainbow trout. The famous spots for fishing are Tezu (Lohit river), Tipi and
Bhalukpong (Bhoroli river) and Pashighat (Siang river).
HILL STATIONS
Arunachal Pradesh can boast of beautiful green surroundings of picturesque Hill stations. Some
of the hill stations in the region are Along, Pasighat, Ziro, Tawang etc
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
The fairs and festivals in Arunachal Pradesh are a fine reflection of the state's jest for life.
Arunachal Pradesh celebrates almost all religious, agricultural and socio-cultural occasions. A
few of the important festivals celebrated in Arunachal Pradesh are listed below
Losar festival, Torgya, Choekhor, Monpa festival, Sangken festival, Tamladu festival, Saga dawa,
Khan festival etc
MEDICINAL PLANTS OF ARUNACHAL PRADESH
India is one of the major biodiversity centers of the world with nearly 45000 plant species. Out
of these, about 2500 species are described in Ayurveda along with some 10000 formulations.
The floristic wealth of north-east region is 43% of the country’s total flora. All our medicine
systems like Aurveda, Unani, Homeopathy, and Tibetan systems apart from the folk practices
utilize the plants effectively2.
In Arunachal Pradesh, Siang region is reported to be the world’s richest store house of medicinal
plants. Its unique physiographic position, topography and high precipitation are the factors
contributing to the occurrence of large number of medicinal plants in the State. It has been
recognized that over 500 species of plants as having medicinal properties. The local inhabitants
use these plants as herbal medicines. The natural flora and fauna used by the specific ethnic
group in the form of medicines in curing and preventing different aliments and diseases are
known as ethno-medicine.
The identified and reported medicinal plants along with medicinal properties of Siang region
(West Siang, East Siang and Upper Siang districts) and West Arunachal Pradesh covering the
districts of Tawang, West Kament, East Kameng, Kurung Kumey, Lower Subansiri, and Papum
Pare are presented in Tables 4 and 5. Table 6 indicates the medicinal orchid species available in
Arunachal Pradesh.
B. ASSAM:
Assam is the home of mighty Brahmaputra River, Assam is one of the most advanced states in
the NER. Assam is blessed with alluvial plains rich in flora and fauna, rolling tracts of paddy and
big tea gardens.
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Collection and Conservation of major medicinal plants of Arunachal Pradesh, S Hussain, D K Hore,
National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources Regional Station, Umiam, Meghalaya
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NATURE BASED
Name
Kaziranga NP
Manas NP
Dibru-Saikhowa NP
Nameri NP
Main attraction
Rhino, Tiger, Bears, Wild Buffalo,Swamp Deer, Gaur, Gibbon, Bengal
Florican, Dolphin, Otter
Tiger, Asiatic Wild Buffalo, Asian Elephant, Gaur, Dhole Pigmy hog, Hispid
hare, Golden langur, Bengal florican
Ferel horses, Asiatic Wild Buffalo, White winged wood duck and Salix
swamp
Tiger, 4 species of Hornbill, White Winged Wood duck, Golden Mahaseer
Rajiv Gandhi
Garampani
Laokhowa
Bornadi
Rhino, Tiger, Maljurias Bengal Florican
Elephant, Hot Water Springs
Elephant, Tiger, Asiatic Wild Buffalo, Bengal Florican
Hispid Hare, Pygmy Hog, Dhole, Elephants, Tiger, Great Pied Hornbill,
Peafowl
Chakrasila
Golden Langur, Gaur, Sambar, Barking deer
Burachapori
Elephants, Tiger, Wild buffalo, Aquatic Birds, Bengal Florican
Pani-Dihing
Stray Elephants; Birds Paradise
Hollongapar Gibbon 7 Primates (Hoolock Gibbon, Stump-tailed Macaque, Capped Langur, Pig –
tailed Macaque, Assamese Macaque, Slow Loris and Rhesus Macaque ),
Elephant, Leopard
Pobitora
Rhino, Leopards, Barking Deer, Migratory Birds
Sonai -Rupai
Elephant, Tiger, Gaur, Dhole, Sambar, White Winged Wood duck
Bherjan, Borajan- Hoolock Gibbon, Capped Langur, Pig-tailed Macaque, Slow Loris and
Padumoni
Rhesus Macaque, Leopard
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East Karbi Anglong
Nambor
Marat Longri
Nambor- Doigurung
Amchang
Dehing Patkai
Borail
Gaur, Elephants, Tiger, Sambar, Barking Deer, Lesser Cats, Hoolock,
Gibbon, Capped Langur, Wreathed Hornbill,
Gaur, Elephants, Tiger, Sambar, Barking Deer, Lesser Cats, Hoolock
Gibbon, Capped Langur, Wreathed Hornbill
Tigers, Leopards, Gaur, Elephants, Hoolock Gibbon
Gaur, Elephants, Tiger, Sambar, Barking Deer, Lesser Cats, Hoolock
Gibbon, Capped Langur, Wreathed Hornbill
Elephant, Gaur, Leopard, Lesser Cats, Slow Loris, Hoolock Gibbon, Capped
Langur
Elephants, Tiger, Hoolock Gibbon, White winged Wood Duck, Hornbills,
Rain forests
Serow, Himalayan Black Bear, Hoolock Gibbon, Langur, Spectacled
Monkey
RELIGIOUS
Assam has been a centre for Shakti worship for centuries. The ancient name Pragjyotishapura
refers to the region as a center of astrology. The various temples and monuments, spread almost
all over Assam, bear silent witness to the glorious past of Assam. The religious sites are for all the
religion namely: Hindu, Muslims, Sikhs, and Christianity etc.
Places
1. Barpeta
2. Batadrawa
3. Hajo
4. Kamakhya
5. Madan Kamdev
6. Majuli
7. Surya Pahar
Speciality
Famous for a Vaishnava monastery
Birth place of Shri Sankardeva, the Vaishnava reformer, saint and a
great literary figure
Sacred place for Hindus, Muslims and Buddhists
An important religious place of the Hindus within the city of Guwahati,
on the top of Nilachal hill, attracts thousands of devotees and other
tourists every day by its natural grandeur
Vast archaeological ruins of fine erotic sculpture
The largest river island in the world, centre of Vaishnava culture, seat of
many satras which are known as the centres of Assamese art, dance,
drama, music, a safe heaven for various migratory birds
Situated on a hill surrounded by innumerable statues of Durga Devi,
Ganesha, Surya, Chandra, Buddha
HISTORICAL
Places
Specialty
1. Digboi
Famous for the first oil refinery in Asia, war cemetery of World War II
2. Sibsagar
Seat of the Ahom rule, famous for royal palaces, monuments, temples and
massive ponds
3. Tezpur
Ruins of an ancient capital of the Mahabharata time, famous for the love story
of Usha-Anirudha
CULTURAL
Places
Specialty
Sualkuch
A place close to Guwahati known for handloom silk production
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Diphu
Cultural centre of Karbi tribe in Karbi Anglong
Hajo
Brass and Bell Metal
Batadrava area of fiber weaving
Nagaon
district,
Gauripur area of
Dhubri district
SATRAS
The Institution of Satra was a unique feature of Vaishnavism in Assam, founded by Sankardeva,
the father of Assamese culture. Satras were basically monasteries which propagate
neoVaishnavism. They also became centres for education and dissemination of the art of
harmoniums living. In 15th century the first Satra was founded in Majuli. Since then sixty five
Satras have come up for the propagation of ethics and socio-cultural ideals. However, at present
there are only twenty two Satras in Majuli. The others had to be shifted to safer places due to
the devastation of flood and erosion.
The main existing Satras are:
Dakhinpat Satra: Founded by Banamalidev, an exponent of Raasleela, is now observed as one of
the National Festivals of Assam. During Rasotsava several thousand devotees visit these holy
Satras every year.
Garamurh Satra: Founded by Lakshmikanta deva. During the end of autumn, traditional
Raasleela (co-acting) is shown with great enthusiasm. Some ancient weapons called "Bortop"
(canons) are preserved here.
Auniati Satra: Founded by Niranjan Pathakdeva, the Satra is famous for "Paalnaam" and Apsara
Dance and has collection of Assamese old utensils, jewellery and handicrafts.
Kamalabari Satra: Founded by Bedulapadma, it is a centre of art, cultural, literature and classical
studies.
Bengenaati Satra: It is a storehouse of antiques of cultural importance and an advance centre of
performing art. Muraridev, the grand son of Sankardeva's step mother founded this Satra. The
royal robes belonging to the Ahom king Swargadeo Gadadhar Singha, made of gold and a golden
umbrella are preserved here.
Shamaguri Satra: The satra is home to famous Mask crafts.
Batadrawa Satra: It is the birthplace of the greatest Vaishnava Saint Srimanta Sankardev,a
Shrine and a centre of Vaishnava art and culture. It is about 140 kms from Guwahati and about
15 kms. from Nagaon town.
Barpeta Satra and Kirtanghar: This famous Shrine and Kirtanghara attracts Vaishanavas from all
over India. It was established by Madhadeva the greatest disciple of Shankardeva.
ADVENTURE
One of the world's largest rivers, the Brahmaputra and its tributaries offers a wide for various
water sports.
Angling: The River Jia Bhoroli, Kapili and Manas are the best places for angling. The Jia Bhoroli
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annual Angling competition is regularly held at Jia Bhoroli where a number of anglers both from
outside the state as well as abroad participate every year. Assam Bhoroli Anglers Association
organises this sport in the month of November every year in collaboration with the State Forest
Department. Eco Camp situated at the fringes of the Nameri National Park is an avid camper's
ideal getaway.
River Cruise: Cruise on Brahmaputra River takes place mainly from Ninging to Dhubri
Boat Racing: Boat racing is a very popular sport of the state. People very often organise boat
racing during festive occasions at places like Hajo, Saulkuchi, Barpeta, Guwahati etc
River Rafting: The mighty river Brahmaputra and its turbulent tributaries like Manas, Jia Bhoroli
and Kapili offer immense scope for River Rafting.
Mountaineering & Trekking: The topography of Assam makes it an ideal destination for
trekkers, mountaineers and rock climbers. The hills, in particular, the North Cachar Hills and
Karbi Hills are most favourable for trekking and mountaineering. There is a recognized trekking
route in both the districts. There is also a rock hill in Morigaon District known as "Elephant
Rocks" which offer ample scope for Rock Climbing. The Simhasana Hill of Karbi Anglong is also
famous for rock climbing. The main city of Assam, Guwahati, is surrounded on three sides with
beautiful hills.
Rock Climbing: There is also a rock hill in Morigaon District known as "Elephant Rocks" which
offer ample scope for Rock Climbing. The Simhasana Hill of Karbi Anglong is also famous for rock
climbing.
Para – Sailing: Para-sailing, has been introduced by Assam Tourist Development Corporation to
attract domestic and foreign tourists. The ideal place for Para-sailing near Guwahati is North
Guwahati
Hang Gilding: Hang Gliding also has potential here. The ideal places for Hang Gliding are
Kamakhya Hills and hills around Kaziranga.
HILL STATIONS
Jatinga Hill Station: Jatinga is situated 9 kms from Haflong town, the District Head Quarter of
North Cachar Hills. Jatinga is famous for bird mystery. The migratory birds come during the
month of August to November and it becomes the ornithologist's attraction.
Diphu Hill Station: Diphu is the Head Quarter to Karbi Anglong District and 271 kms from
Guwahati by road. It is connected by N. F. Railway and State Transport Buses from Guwahati.
Nearest Airport is Dimapur 54 kms.
Umrangshu Hill Station: The distance from Guwahati to Umrangshu is 224 kms by road. The
biggest Hydel plant has come up under North East Electric Power Corporation (NEEPCO) with
dams in the Kopili River.
Maibong Hill Station: Located on the Bank of Mahur River and 47 kms from Haflong. Maibong
once flourished as the capital of Dimasa, Kachari Kingdom. Stone house and temple of Kachari
king can be seen at Maibong.
Haflong Hill Station: Up in the rugged terrains stands Assam's only hill station Haflong where
one can see the rainbow down below. It is the district Head Quarter of North Cachar hills
District. A beautiful big lake "Haflong Lake" is located in the heart of the Haflong town. Haflong is
345 kms by road from Guwahati and connected by N. F. Railway and State Transport Buses run
from Guwahati.
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GOLF TOURISM
Tingri Golf Club
Most of the tea gardens of Assam have golf courses attached to them. All of them are 9 hole golf
courses except for Digboi which is an eighteen hole course.
The Golf Courses are at Bishnauth Gymkhana Club, Borsola, East Boroi Club, Mangaldai Polo &
Golf Club, Thakurbari Club, North Lakhimpur Planters Club, Misa Planters Club, Jorhat Gymkhana
Club, Seleng District Club, Sonari Gymkhana Club, Samdang Golf Club, Kanjikoah Golf Club,
Dibrugarh & District Planters Club, Margherita Golf Club, Naharkatia Golf Club, Moran Golf Club,
Zoloni Golf Club etc.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
The fairs and festivals in Assam are a fine reflection of the state's jest for life. Apart from regional
festivals, the people of Assam also celebrate all the national festivals of India. From the lights of
Diwali to the patriotic colours of the Independence Day, are celebrated here.
The major festivals here are Ali Ai Ligang, Ambubashi Mela, Bagurumba, Bihu, Dehing Patkai
festival, Majuli Festival, Rajini Gabra& Harni Gabra, Rongali Utsav, Ronker and Chomankan, Tusa
Puja etc.
MAJOR ARCHAEOLOGICAL RUINS OF ASSAM
The major archaeological ruins are Da-parbatia ruins, Suryapahar ruins, Madan Kamdev ruins,
Pandunath ruins, Cole park ruins, Bamuni Pahar ruins, Singari ruins, Na-Nath ruins, Sankha Devi
ruins, Abhayapuri ruins, Borpukhuri ruins, Numaligarh ruins etc.
MAJOR HISTORICAL MONUMENTS OF ASSAM
Dhunseri Polo Club
Rowriah(Jorhat)/Behora T.E.
Narengi Golf Club
Borjhar(Guwahati)
Digboi Golf Club
Chabua (Dibrugarh)
The main historical monuments are Raidongia Dol, Bezor Dol, Thaora Dol, Siva Dol, Rang Ghar,
Jai-Dol, Kareng Ghar, Piyaliphukanar Dol, Rudrasagar Dol, Gaurisagar Dol, Negheriting Dol,
Maghnowa Dol, Basudev Dol, Bar Dol, Kamakhya Mandir, Gupteswar Mandir, Kamakhya Mandir,
Aswaklanta Mandir, Hayagriva Mandir, Billeswar Mandir, Vishnu math Mandir, Panbari Majid,
Maibang Mandir, Khaspur, Sonai Mandir etc
C. MANIPUR:
It is one of the remote states of NER with pictorial holiday destinations. Largely unexplored, it
has recently opened its doors to welcome tourists.
LAKES
Place
Specialty
Loktak Lake
two-thirds of this huge expanse of fresh water is covered by
unique floating islands
natural habitat for a number of pythons, fishes and water birds
Zeilad Lake
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NATIONAL & ECOLOGICAL PARK
Place
Specialty
Keibul Lamjao National
Park
Loukoipat Ecological
Park
the only floating park in the world and is the last natural
habitat of “Sangai”
park has a small lake which is surrounded by hill and forests
RELIGIOUS SPOTS & MONUMENT
Place
Specialty
The Bishnu Temple
15th century conical roofed shrine is dedicated to Lord Vishnu
The INA Memorial
INA (Indian National Army) memorial is about 45 km away from
Imphal
Govindaji Temple
Associated with Lord Krishna
Commonwealth
War Buried here are the soldiers of Manipur who died fighting the
Graves Cemeteries
Japanese during the invasion of Manipur in World War II.
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CAVES
Place
Specialty
Tharon Cave
Has archeological significance
Khangkhui Cave
natural lime- stone cave
D. MEGHALAYA:
Popularly called as “land of clouds”. The capital city of the state is a hill station.
LEISURE/ NATURE TOURISM
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Lakes
(i) Ward lake (ii) Thadlaskein lake (iii) Umiam lake (iv) Tasek lake
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Park
(i) Lady Hydari park (ii) Ward’s lake park
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Water falls (i) Crinoline waterfalls (ii) Sweet waterfalls (iii) Bidon & Bishop waterfalls (iv)
Elephant waterfalls (v) Nohkalikai falls (vi) Mawsami falls (vii) Kynrem falls (viii) Dainthlen
falls
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Peak
(i) Shillong peak (ii) Mawlong Syiem peak (iii) Symer peak (iv ) Nokrek peak (ix)
Imilchang Dare
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Caves
(i) Syndai caves (ii) Siju caves (iii) Mawsami Cave
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Highest rainfall (i) Mawsynram , (ii) Cherrapunjee
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Rock
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Hot spring (i) Jakram hot spring
(i)Khoh Rambah (ii) Kyllang rock
ECO TOURISM
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National Park (i) Balpakram National Park (ii) Nokrek Biosphere Reserve
ADVENTURE TOURISM
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(i)Umiam lake (ii) Ranikor (iii) Cherrapunjee
BUSINESS TOURISM
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(i)Shillong (ii) Jowai (iii) William Nagar (iv) Baghmara (v) Tura (vi) Noongphoo (vii)
Byurnihut (viii) Dawki (ix) Dalu
PILGRIMAGE TOURISM
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Religious – (i) All Saints Cathedral (ii) Bhaitbari
Sentimental Tourism – (i) Ka Kpep Syiem Sohra (ii) David Scott Memorial (iii)
Mairang (iv) Monument of U .Kiang Nonghah (v) Sisobibra
CAVES

KHASI HILLS: The major caves in the Khasi Hills are located in the areas of Cherrapunjee,
Shella, Pynursla, Nongjri, Mawsynram and Langrin. Some of the prominent caves are: Krem
Mawkhyrdop or Krem Mawmluh, Krem Dam, Krem Lymput, Mawsmai Cave, Krem
Mawjymbuin.
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JANTIA HILLS: Krem Liat Prah, Synrang-Pamiang, Krem Lubon, Krem Chympe, Kotsati Umlawan Cave System, Krem Umkseh, Krem Shrieh (Tangnub Monkey Cave), Krem
Mawshun, Krem Syndai / Krem Jogindra, Krem Umthloo, Krem Iawe,

GARO HILLS: Tetengkol Balwakol, Siju Cave, Dangedikol Chiningkrikol, Korekol
TREKKING IN MEGHALAYA
Smit, Mawlyngot, Pynursla, Weiloi to Ponkung / Pongkung to Umngi etc
GOLFING
Shillong has one of the largest golf courses in asia and the golf course is called gleneagles of the
east. a group of british civil service officers introduced golf to shillong in 898 by constructing a
nine hole course. The present 8 hole course was inaugurated in 924.the course is set in an
undulating valley covered with pine and rhododendron trees. the longest hole is the 6th, which
is a gruelling 594 yards.
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E. MIZORAM:
It is the land of “blue mountains”, lying on the southern most outposts of the north eastern
states.
WILD LIFE TOURISM
Sanctuary/
Area
National Parks
Dampa
Tiger 500 Sq. Km.
reserve
Forest Type
Important Species
Sub-Tropical, Semievergreen forest
Murlen
Park
Sub-Tropical, Semievergreen forest
and Sub-montane
forest
Tiger, Elephant, Sambar, Barking
deer, Hoolock gibbon and variety of
birds.
Humes bar- tailed pheasant, Tiger,
Hoolock Gibbon, Serrow, Ghoral,
Leopard, Himalayan black bear and
variety of birds.
National 100 Sq. Km
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Blue
Mountain 50 Sq. Km.
(Phawngpui)
National Park
Ngenpui
Wildlife 110 Sq. Km.
Sanctuary
Sub-mountain
tropical forest
Serrow, Ghoral, Leopard, Tragopan,
Sambar and varieties of birds.
Sub-Tropical, Semievergreen forest
Tiger, Leopard, Elephant, Sambar,
Hoolock gibbon and variety of birds.
Khawnglung
Wildlife Sanctuary
41 Sq. Km
Sub-Tropical, Semievergreen forest
Tawi
Wildlife 35.75 Sq.
Sanctuary
Km.
Lengteng Wildlife 60 Sq. Km.
Sanctuary
Sub-Tropical, Semievergreen forest
Sub-Tropical forest,
Semi-evergreen
forest and Submontane tropical
forest
Sub-Tropical,
Evergreen / Semievergreen forest.
Sambar, Tiger, Hoolock Gibbon,
Serrow, Barking deer and variety of
birds
Tigers, Leopard, Elephant, Sambar,
Hoolock gibbon and variety of birds.
Humes bar tailed pheasant, Tigers,
Hoolock gibbon, Serrow, Ghoral,
Leopard, Himalayan black bear and
variety of birds.
Thorangtlang
Wildlife Sanctuary
Leopard, Sambar, Barking deer,
Hoolock gibbon, Sloth Bear and
variety of birds.
TREKKING AND MOUNTAINEERING
Place
Champai
Phawangpui
Specialty
Base for trekkers, especially in the spring
Highest peak in Mizoram, best for mountaineering
Lunglei Town
Natural landscape, cool and pleasant climate, ideal for trekking
Phawngpui
Ideal for trekking, mountaineering
National Park
Mizoram in India has an abundant deep valleys veiled with rich and luxuriant surroundings filled
with a vast variety of flora and fauna. Trekking here is simply excellent and exciting. There are
about 21 peaks in Mizoram varying from 1,179 m to 2,157 m in altitude. The peaks offer much
scope to visitors fond of adventure sports like climbing and mountaineering.
LAKES
Lake
Palak Lake
Tamdil Lake
Rungdil Lake
Specialty
As per the legend, lake came into existence as a result of an earthquake or a
flood
Natural lake situated about 110 km south-east of Aizwal
It is the most beautiful of all lakes
Rengdil Lake
This is a manmade lake
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CITIES OF MIZORAM
Places
Specialty
Aizawl
Capital of Mizoram, has various attractions
Kolasib
Kolasib in Mizoram is a small town of Mizoram, located at a distance of 83 km
from the state capital Aizawl know for its culture
Vairengte
130 km from the state capital Aizawl, Vairengte is a picture postcard
destination in Mizoram
CAVES
The caves are the most ideal place for the tourists, who are inclined towards the adventurous
tour of Mizoram. The state of Mizoram has a wide array of caves, some of which are:
Cave
Pukzing Cave
Specialty
25 m inside is the biggest cave in Mizoram
Kungawrhi
Puk
Lamsial Puk
legendary
Milu Puk
big heap of human skeletons in this cave
a gruesome witness of a fight between two neighboring villages
FESTIVALS
Mizoram has an ancient and incredibly
amalgamation of centuries of cross-cultural
state mirror its diverse heritage during the
harvesting. 'Kut' is the Mizo word for
are Chapchar Kut(March), Mim Kut &
Kut(November) and Christmas.
rich tradition with dances which reflect the
inputs. The indigenous festivals of this beautiful
celebration of the seasonal cycle of sowing and
'Festival'. The major festivals of the Mizos
Pawl Kut (November/December), Thalfavang
MEMORIAL STONES/ FOLKLORES
The different memorial stones/ spots with folklores attached are Phawngpui, Sibuta Lung,
Phulpui Grave, Memorial of Chhingpui, Pangzawl village of Lunglei, Mangkahia Lung, Tualchang
etc.
F. NAGALAND:
This is the land of fierce Nagas, and is full of myths and festivals.
The map of Nagaland tourism is presented here:
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MAJOR CITIES
Places
Specialty
Dimapur
This “City of River People”, is the biggest and most advanced
industrialized city of the state.
Kohima
The capital city of Nagaland is a home to Angami, Rengma, Kuki and
Zeliang Naga tribes. The city is remarkable for the history of World War
II.
Kiphire
This tourist hot spot has many attractions like Saramati Peak (the
highest peak of Nagaland), Fakim Wildlife Sanctuary, Cave at Salomi,
Cave at Mimi, Sukhayap (Lover's Paradise), Wawade Waterfalls, Twin
Stones, Village of Siphi, Mikhi (the river of salt) and Yingphi or Yingphire
(absolutely rich in historical spots, legends and traditions).
Longleng
Peren
This tourist village is abounding with ethnicity and traditions. The
famous tourist attractions of the distrisct are Benuru (rich in traditional
values), Mt. Pauna Tourist Village and Mt. Pauna (the third highest peak
of Nagaland).
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FESTIVALS OF NAGALAND
Festivals are a major attraction of Nagaland. In addition to the famous hornbill festival, the
other festivals are: Poanglum, Sekrenyi (Chakhesang), Tsungkamniu(Yimchungru), Mimkut
(Kuki), Totonio Sekrenyi (Angami), Mileinyi (Zeliang), Monyu(Phom), Holong Monglangshi,
Kundangluna (Chang), Aoleang Monyu (konyak), Wungtsuneo, Moatsu (Ao), Woplong, Miu
(Khiamniungan), Tsukhenyi (Chakhesang), Naknyulum (Chang), Tuluni (Sema), Tsungremmong
(Ao), Biam (Khiamniungan), Poanglum, Sekrenyi (Chakhesang), Metumniu(Yimchungru),
Mongmong(Sangtam), Tsokum (Khiamniungan), Yemshe (Pochury), Langsimnyi (Zeliang),
Chaga Gadi (Zeliangi), Apikimthi (Sema), Tokhu Emong (Lotha), Ahuna (Sema), Ngada
(Rengma) etc
NATURE TOURISM
Places (Sanctuaries & Specialty
Wild life)
Ruzaphema
It is a place, ideally suited for leisure and recreation with its colourful
bazaars and a wide range of tribal handicrafts, which are exquisite in
their style.
Fakim Sanctuary
This sanctuary, close to the Myanmar border is inhabited by tigers &
Hoolock gibbons and recieves high rainfall.
Pulie Bazde
Another sanctuary, Pulie Bazde lies in close proximity of Kohima.
Intanki
Sanctuary
Wildlife ntanki Wildlife Sanctuary is just 37 kms away from Dimapur. It is the
habitat of various animals and rare species of birds.
PILGRIMAGE TOURISM
Places
Catholic
kohima
Specialty
cathedral One of the biggest cathedrals in north east. Possesses the biggest Cross
in India carved out of wood
ADVENTURE TOURISM
Places
Specialty
Dzukou Valley
This valley is tucked away at 2438 metres above sea level. From June to
September, the entire valley is covered with a carpet of wild flowers.
Here, you are completely at peace with nature. The valley is surrounded
by hills, natural caves & rocks ideal for camping.
Japfu Peak
Scaling the Japfu peak at 3048 metres above sea level can be very
trying, but exhilarating.
ECO TOURISM DESTINATIONS
Places
Specialty
Touphema
Exquisite traditional Naga life in the lap of nature.
Naga Heritage Village The Hornbill festival held in the first week of December
- Kisama
Dzükou Valley
Dzukou Valley Situated at an altitude of 2438.4 metres above sea-level,
behind the Japfu Peak, it is 30 Km to the south of Kohima.
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G. SIKKIM:
Gleaming like a jewel in crown of the eastern Himalayas between West Bengal and Nepal, Sikkim
is most favored destination in the NER.
SIKKIM ADVENTURE TOURISM:
Adventure tourism in Sikkim includes mountaineering, trekking, mountain biking and water
rafting.

Trekking: Each and every nook and corner of the state is worth trekking, however
some of the important trek routes of Sikkim are:
o Gangtok – Penlong – Tinjure - Rumtek
o Lachung -- Yumthang – Yumey Samdong.
o Damthang – Tendong – Ravangla – Maenam - Sirwani
o Ravangla - Maenam - Borong - Tashiding
o Yuksom - Dzongri
o Hilley - via Sombarey - Varsey –Soreng
o Hilley -Varsey – Dentam –Singalila – Chiwabhangang.
o Mangan – Lingzin –Sakyong -Royot Patam – Dzongri -Yoksum
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Mountaineering: The first European to explore Khangchendzonga area was Douglas
W.Freshfield in 1899. Famous Sikkimese Everester Sonam Gyatso climbed the summit of
Siniolchu. The mountaineering activities activities is usually taken by Sonam Gyatso
Mountaineering Institute.
SIKKIM MONASTERIES
Sikkim has nearly 200 monasteries or Gompas belonging to the Nyingma and Kagyu order.
District wise Name of Important Monasteries
East Dist.
West Dist.
Rumtek Monastery
Pemayantse Monasrery
Enchey Monastery
Sanga-Choling
Zurmang Kagyul Monastery
Dubdi Monastery
Tashiding Monastery
North Dist.
South Dist.
Phensang Monastery
Ralong Monastery
Phodong Monastery
Tholung Monastery
b) Hot Springs: Sikkim has many hot springs known for their medicinal value. The most
important are the ones located at Reshi, Yumthang , Ralang .
Important Hot Springs
Name of Spring
District
Phurchachu (Reshi)
West
Yumthang
North
Boromg
South
Ralong
South
c) Lakes: Sikkim is distinguished for its natural scenery, which gets further enhanced by the
picturesque lakes of the state. The Lakes in Sikkim are spring fed as well as river fed.
Name of Important Lakes
East Dist.
West Dist.
North Dist.
Tsomgo Lake
Khecheopalri
Lake
Guru-Dungmar
Lake
Memecho Lake
Laxmi Pokhari
Cholamu Lake*
Bidang Cho
Majur Pokhari
d) NATIONAL PARK / WILDLIFE SANCTUARIES :

Kanchendzonga National Park: The Park covers an area of around 1400 sq.km.

Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary: Adjoining the Tsomgo Lake and covering an area of 4 sq
km, wildlife found in this sanctuary are the red panda, blood pheasant etc.
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Shingbha Rhododendron Sanctuary: Famous for its variety of rhododendrons.

Meanam Wildlife Sanctuary: Located above Ravangla town and covering an area of 35
sq km, this sanctuary has its highest point in Meanam at 10,600 ft.

Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary: This rhododendron sanctuary has been recently
established and lies in the west corner of Sikkim.

Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary: With an area of 51.76 sq. km and lying above the road
between Singtam and Dikhu, this sanctuary is 25 km from Gangtok.
H. TRIPURA:
The various tourism resources under Tripura are:
RELIGIOUS TOURISM:

Tripura Sundari Temple (Udaipur)

Chaturdash
Agartala)

Debta
Temple
(Old

Laxmi Narayan Mandir (Agartala)

Jagannath Temple (Agartala)

Chandrapur Mosque( Rajnagar,Belonia)
Kashaba Kali Temple (Bishalghar)
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Gedu Mia's Mosque (Agartala)

Mariyam Nagar Churge (Agartala)

Mangal Chandi Temple (Amarpur)

Uma Maheshwari Mandir, Agartala

Rowa wildlife sanctuary (Dharmanagar)
ECO TOURISM:

Sepahijala Wild Life Sanctuary

Tepania Eco Park (Udaipur)

Jampui Hills (kanchanpur)

Trishna Wild Life Sanctuary (Belonia)

Kalapania Nature Park (Sabroom)

Gumti wildlife sanctuary (Amarpur)
HERITAGE TOURISM:

Tripura Sundari Temple (Udaipur)

Boxnagar

Bhuvaneswari Temple

Gunabati Group of Temple (Udaipur)

Unakoti

Neermahal (Sonamura)

Pilak

Ujjayanta Palace (Agartala)

Debtamura (Chabi Mura)

Dumboor Lake (Amarpur)

Pechartal (North Tripura)
WATER TOURISM:

Neermahal (Rudrasagar)
BUDDHIST TOURISM:

Mahamuni (Sabroom)

Venuban Bihar (Agartala)
RURAL TOURISM:

Kamalasagar (Bishalgarh)

Devi Pur (Bishalgarh)

Banobithi (Khowai)

Durga Bari Tea Estate (Agartala)

Vangmun (Jumpui Hill)

Arkaneer

Hurijala (Udaipur)

Malaynagar (Bishalgarh)
AMUSEMENT PARK :

Khumulong Park, Khumulong
PLACES IN AND AROUND AGARTALA:
The places in and around Agartala are Tripura University, Tripura Government Museum, Sukanta
academy, Jagannath Temple, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Chaturdash Debta Temple, Nagicherra
Rubber Wood Processing Centre, M.B.B College, Purbasa, Nehru Park, Benuban Bihar, Rabindra
Kanan, Ujjayanta Palace, Nazrul Kalashetra , Agartala Railway Station, Agartala Govt. Medical
College, Rajendra Kirtishala, Agartala etc
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3.3 TOURISM RESOURCE ANALYSIS- REGIONAL LEVEL
A. TOURISM RESOURCE CATEGORISATION- REGIONAL LEVEL
The major tourism resources in the region are classified across different categories of attraction.
There are many more tourist destinations, however the Regionally important destinations
(presently developed or have high potential)
TOURISM RESOURCES
Culture
Heritage
Religious
Eco/ Adventure
Leisure/ Nature
The short description of categories as above are:
Culture Tourism: The entire region is strong in Cultural Tourism Resources. However, there are
certain regions/ areas which are extremely rich in cultural resources, indigenous tribal lifestyles
etc. Thus the sector denotes highly ethnic presentation in addition to the rich cultural heritage
present.
Heritage Tourism: These denote the heritage resources in terms of monuments, archaeological
precints etc.
Religious Tourism: There are religious tourism resources spread across the region. However, this
category denotes relgious tourism attractions at a regional perspective and national level
attractions.
Eco/ Adventure Tourism: There are many eco/ nature tourism attractions all throughout North
East. However, by this category, the pure eco tourism sites are mentioned along with nature
adventure tourism segment. The rest of the nature tourism attractions are grouped with next
category. This is one segment where capacities need to be closely monitored.
Leisure/ Nature Tourism: Most of the attractions here in the region are natural scenic beauty,
views, hill stations, family leisure destinations etc. Against the Eco destinations, these have more
capacity.
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B. TOURIST VISITATION TO DIFFERENT DESTINATIONS
MOST VISITED DESTINATIONS
ZIRO-ALONG-PASIGHAT
TAWANG
GANGTOK
BOMDILLA
PARASURAMKUND
SIBSAGAR
TSONGMO LAKE
GUWAHATI
KAZIRANGA
KOHIMA
SHILLONG
CHERRAPUNJEE
AGARTALA
IMPHAL
AIZAWL
Level 1
Level 2
MATABARI
C. CIRCUITS
The most visited Intrastate Travel Circuits are:
MOST VISITED TOURIST CIRCUITS
ZIRO-ALONG-PASIGHAT
TAWANG
BOMDILLA
GANGTOK
PARASURAMKUND
SIBSAGAR
TSONGMO LAKE
GUWAHATI
KAZIRANGA
SHILLONG
CHERRAPUNJEE
AGARTALA
Level 1
Level 2
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3.4 TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE IN REGION
Tourism Infrastructure is analysed in terms of Accessibility, Accommodation, Restaurants,
Tourist Information Centres, Tour and Travel services, Tourist guides, Shopping Facilities,
Banking and money exchange, Tourist Safety, Tourism Police, Other facilities and services.
Tourism Infrastructure is a major deficiency in the region. Barring few destinations/ cities,
accommodation facilities are a major challenge- in terms of availability and quality. Non
availability of quality Indian/other food is a big concern. Way side amenity centres are non
existent in most circuits. Tour and Travel services are varied between States- in states like
Sikkim, they are very active and handle tourist services efficiently, whereas in many other States,
there are hardly much organized tour operators. Availability of ATMs, internet services are
limited to major city centres and few main routes in Assam and few others only. Tourist Safety is
a major concern in certain areas- on a reality front and on a perception front. Tourism
experiential facilities are mostly non existent.
Tourism Infrastructure Analysis is presented in sub section-3 of the 8 State Chapters in Volume
II.
3.5 TOURISM POLICY
REVIEW OF EXISTING POLICIES
Several NE states have state specific tourism policies. The tourism policies of Assam, Meghalaya
and Nagaland cover focus areas as well as incentives. Where as, the tourism policies of Sikkim
and Tripura have covered only focus areas. There are no specific incentives provided by these
states. Other states such as Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur and Mizoram have not formed any
tourism policies yet.
The North East Industrial and Investment Promotion Policy provides incentives to tourism units
such as hotels (not below Two Star category), adventure and leisure sports including ropeways,
and institutes for hotel management, catering and food crafts. This policy is applicable to all the
eight states. Thus, the states where state tourism policy is not formulated or where policy is
formulated but incentives are not covered can get benefit under the above policy.
A brief summary of all the above policies mentioned are given below:
A. NORTH EAST INDUSTRIAL AND INVESTMENT PROMOTION POLICY (NEIIPP)
This policy is applicable to Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland,
Tripura and Sikkim. This policy was introduced in 2007 effective from 1 April 2007 which is
applicable for a period of 10 years. Consequently, the North East Industrial Policy of 1997, the
‘New Industrial Policy and other concessions for the State of Sikkim’ announced vide O.M.
No.14(2)/2002-SPS dated 23.12.2002 and the Schemes there under i.e. Central Capital
Investment Subsidy Scheme, 2002, Central Interest Subsidy Scheme, 2002 and Central
Comprehensive Insurance Scheme, 2002, are discontinued from 1.4.2007.
Incentives under new Policy:
Substantial Expansion: Incentives on substantial expansion will be given to units affecting ‘an
increase by not less than 25% in the value of fixed capital investment in plant and machinery for
the purpose of expansion of capacity/modernization and diversification’.
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Excise Duty Exemption: 100% Excise Duty exemption will be continued, on finished products
made in the North Eastern Region, as was available under NEIP, 1997. However, in cases, where
the CENVAT paid on the raw materials and intermediate products going into the production of
finished products (other than the products which are otherwise exempt or subject to nil rate of
duty) is higher than the excise duties payable on the finished products, ways and means to
refund such overflow of CENVAT credit will be separately notified by the Ministry of Finance.
Income Tax Exemption: 100% Income Tax exemption will continue under NEIIPP, 2007 as was
available under NEIP, 1997.
Capital Investment Subsidy: Capital Investment Subsidy will be enhanced from 15% of the
investment in plant and machinery to 30% and the limit for automatic approval of subsidy at this
rate will be Rs.1.5 crore per unit, as against Rs.30 lakhs as was available under NEIP, 1997
Interest Subsidy: Interest Subsidy will be made available @ 3% on working capital loan under
NEIIPP, 2007.
Comprehensive Insurance:
New industrial units as well as the existing units on their substantial expansion will be eligible for
reimbursement of 100% insurance premium.
Incentives for Service/other Sector Industries
Incentives under NEIIPP, 2007 will be applicable to the following service sector
activities/industries:i.
Hotels (not below Two Star category), adventure and leisure sports including ropeways;
ii. Medical and health services in the nature of nursing homes with a minimum capacity of 25
beds and old-age homes
iii. Vocational training institutes such as institutes for hotel management, catering and food
crafts, entrepreneurship development, nursing and Para-medical, civil aviation related
training, fashion design and industrial training.
Tourism Policies of States
B. ASSAM TOURISM POLICY
Vision
To manage its comparative advantage in tourism resources and attractions in a sustainable and
integrated manner to make Assam a major national and international tourism destination so
that tourism enriches the quality of life and culture of the people and becomes an important
catalyst for economic development in general and for poverty alleviation in particular.
Focus Areas
Tourism circuits to be developed

Wildlife Tourism

River/Lake Tourism and Adventure Tourism

Golf Tourism

Tea Tourism
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Religious Tourism

Adventure Tourism

Cultural & Heritage Tourism
Incentives
Suitable incentives policy identifying tax benefits and cost subsidization to encourage private
investment in tourism infrastructure will be formulated. Following incentives are proposed to be
extended to specified industry in the tourism sector.

Reimbursement of Value Added Tax. Up to 25% of tax paid during one financial year will
be reimbursed by the government. This benefit will be available for five years from the
year 2008-09 . The approved tourism units located at important tourist places shall be
eligible for this benefit. Minimum investment should be of rupees one crore.

Reimbursement of Luxury tax. For new hotels, up to 25% of tax paid during kone
financial year will be reimbursed by the government during the next year for a period of
five years from 2008-09. The approved tourism units located at important tourist places
shall be eligible for this benefit.

Investment subsidy General investment of 10% capital cost including land, building,
furniture, furnishings, equipment, landscaping, etc., subject to a maximum of Rs 10 lakhs
will continue for approved tourism units. Special package of incentive will be considered
for channelising Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in tourism and infrastructure projects.

Provisions for providing investment subsidy to the following
o
Hotels and resorts, which are below 2-star category and not located in urban
areas.
o
Tourist Lodges in and around tourist centers.
o
House boats and floating restaurants.
C. MEGHALAYA TOURISM POLICY
Meghalaya tourism policy draft has been published on website for comments. The highlights
are:
Focus Areas for Tourism
a) Nature Tourism (Flora & Fauna) - Balpakram, Nokrek Biosphere reserve, Nongkhyllem
and Nongdaju areas in West Khasi Hills, National parks and Game sanctuaries should be
developed in coordination with the Forest Department and requisite facilities should be
developed at or near such areas.
b) Adventure Tourism- Comprising of trekking, caving, water sports, hang gliding bungeejumping, mountain trekking, climbing etc and abseiling activities.
c) Cultural and Socio-cultural Tourism (Fairs and Festivals) - Cultural Centers are proposed
to be developed in the major districts of East Khasi Hills, West Garo Hills and Jaintia
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d) Health resort Tourism - The State as a whole is acquiring a reputation for alternative
medicine and also for producing natural healer. Efforts will therefore be made to
promote this type of tourism through the development of healthcare infrastructure.
e) Golf Tourism – Meghalaya, Shillong in particular with its temperate climate has a
tremendous potential for development of several golf courses.
f) Conferencing and Convention Tourism - The salubrius climate and beautiful natural
setting are a comparative advantage, which could make Shillong in particular an
important convention centre.
g) Sports Tourism - Shillong, Jowai and Tura can become venues for one day international
cricket tournaments and other sports such as badminton, tennis and so on. The
temperate climate makes the State attractive for such events.
h) Casino Tourism - This form of tourism is vital to overcome the constraints facing tourism
development in the State, as it will have wide appeal especially in Muslim dominated
countries such as Bangladesh, Malaysia and Indonesia. However, an international
airport at Umroi is a prerequisite if this project is to succeed.
i) Travel/Transportation and Communications - To reach the tourist destinations,
considerate up-gradation of State and National Highways and roads leading to the
places of tourist interest are needed. The Government will actively pursue and facilitate
developing of the existing airports in co-operation with the National Airport Authority.
j) Arts & Crafts promotion Tourism – Visitor Reception Centers will be set up at five or six
places in the State to provide recreation as well as to encourage local cuisine and
village arts & crafts.
INCENTIVES
Incentives shall be available for new units as well as to the existing units undergoing expansion
modernization and diversification.
1. INVESTMENT SUBSIDY:
20% of the capital cost of investment on land, building, plant and machinery subject to a ceiling
of Rs. 25.00 lakhs shall be provided for all tourism related activities including drawl of Water
Supply.
2. MAINTENANCE AND UP KEEP SUBSIDY:
20% on the cost of maintenance and upkeep of the equipment needed for the golfer, adventure
tourism and water sports subject to a maximum of Rs. 5.00 lakhs per year shall be allowed for a
period of 5 years.
3. PUBLICITY SUBSIDY:
10% of the cost incurred for publicity shall be eligible for subsidy up to ceiling of Rs. 2.00 lakhs
per annum for a period of 5 years.
4. SALES TAX EXEMPTION:
All new units shall be exempted from payment of sales tax wherever applicable for a period of 5
years from the date of commencement of commercial operation.
5. SUBSIDY ON POWER GENERATING SET/POWER:
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Subsidy on captive power generation set including non-conventional energy generation set
including drawl of line shall be 50% of the cost of the set subject to a ceiling of Rs. 5.00 lakhs.
Subsidy on power shall be granted as per provisions laid down in the Meghalaya Industrial Policy
1997 on the subject.
6. SUBSIDY ON TELEPHONE CONNECTION:
Fifty percent subsidy on one time investment on telephone connections.
7. EXEMPTION FROM STAMP DUTY:
An exemption of 75% of the applicable stamp duty will be provided to assist entrepreneurs in
executing deed(s) for financial assistance from Bank/Financial Institutions.
8. SUBSIDY ON THE COST OF FEASIBILITY STUDIES AND PROJECT REPORTS:
Subsidy will be provided at 100% for meeting the cost for preparation of feasibility/project
report subject to a maximum of Rs. 25,000/- provided that the report is of a Registered Reputed
Agency approved by the Government. However, Project estimated for Rs. 1 crore and above
shall be eligible for 1% of the total cost subject to a maximum ceiling of Rs. 1 lakh.
9. INTEREST SUBSIDY:
A subsidy on interest payments to bank/financial institutions will be provided at the rate of 4%
on term loans (excluding working capital loans) availed by an entrepreneur for setting of
approved Tourism Units subject to a maximum of Rs. 10,000/- per month for a period of 5 (five)
years from the date of disbursement of the loan.
This subsidy will be in the form of re-imbursement of actual repayment made.
10. SUPPORT FOR PAYING-GUEST ACCOMMODATION SCHEME:
Soft loans/subsidies for renovation of property which is 2/3rd of the capital cost with a
maximum ceiling of rupees one lakh will be provided in Paying Guest Schemes. The Government
will give necessary publicity through its various offices and ensure that commercial tariffs are not
charged from the owners or such units for electricity/water use etc. The units shall not come
under the purview of the local taxes such as sales tax, luxury tax etc; since the units are required
to provide the facility of only bed and breakfast.
11. EXEMPTION ON LUXURY TAX:
All new units shall be entitled for exemption from luxury tax for a period of 5 (five) years from
the date of commencing operation.
D. NAGALAND TOURISM POLICY
Thrust Areas:

Ethnic / rural tourism

Cultural tourism

Adventure tourism and eco-tourism
Strategy for Tourism Development:

Developing areas on selective basis for integrated growth
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
Improvements of tourism infrastructure and services

Incentive package

Marketing and overseas publicity of destinations to ensure optimum use of existing
infrastructure

Enhancement of budget allocation in the state plan and linking of tourism activities
schemes with other departments

Restructuring and strengthening of the tourism department

Human resource development
Proposed institutional setup for effective implementation of policy:

Constitution of a Nagaland Tourism Council to take appropriate policy decision on steps
to boost the tourism sector

Constitute a Coordination Committee for inter-departmental coordination

Establishment of district level Coordination Committees to coordinate and regulate
tourism activities at the district / village level
Action Plan:

Development of areas on selective basis for integrated growth: The priority circuits to be
developed are 1) Dimapur – Kohima – Dimapur, 2) Dimapur – Kohima – Wokha –
Mokokchung –Dimapur, 3) Mokokchung – Mon – Tuensang, 4) Kohima – Phek –
Zunheboto.

Improvement of tourist infrastructure: Regulation of government approved hotels and
lodges; introduction of special paying guest accommodation; privatization of tourist rest
houses, way side amenities, tourist lodges, resorts, etc.; encouragement of PPP,
introduction of clearance from tourism department for private lodges / hotels/ resorts
etc,

Tour operators / travel agents: issue of special permits to tour operators

Introduction of the Nagaland Registration of Tourist Trade Act

Encouragement of fairs and festivals

Transportation: Acquire some tourist coaches and introduce suitable scheme for
encouraging private tour operators to operate tourist taxis / coaches

Setting up of proper facilities at all entry points

Development of inter-state circuits

Incentives: Tourism has been declared as priority sector to be eligible for incentives as per
State Industrial Policy of Nagaland 2000.

Marketing and overseas publicity

Need for coordination and synergy with other agencies and restructuring the department

Human resource development
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Enhancement of budgetary allocation
E. SIKKIM TOURISM POLICY
Focus Area

Village/Rural Tourism- Home Stay

Villages of Sikkim like Kewzing, Hee‐Bermoik, Yoksum, Lachen, Tumin, Pastanga, Tinchim,
Lunchok, Maniram, Rong, Jaubari, Darap have already taken up lead in home stay
facilities for the tourists.

Adventure Tourism / Adventure Sports

Trekking, Mountain climbing and Mountaineering, Rock climbing, River crossing,
Paragliding, Bungee Jumping, White water rafting, Angling and many other types of
traditional adventures.

Promotion and Investment through PPP mode

North-East Investment Industrial Policy endorsing the Capital subsidy and Tax free for
the N/E region and Sikkim makes it more conducive for the promotion of tourism
industry under PPP mode.

Organic Tourism: Sikkim has already been declared as Organic State. This will promote
the wellness tourism along with traditional cuisines.

Wellness, Health, Yoga & Herbal Medical Tourism

Pilgrimage & Buddhist Tourism Buddhists circuit is coming up very well with Guru
Padama Sambhava Statue, Buddha Park, Chen Regi Statue and a high network of world
famous monasteries.

Culture & Heritage Tourism

Conference Tourism (MICE destination)

Tea Tourism

Snow Travel and Hydro Tourism

Flori-Tourism

Geo-Tourism (fossil study)

Fairs-Festivals Tourism

Wedding/Honeymoon Tourism

Peace /Health Rejuvenation Tourism

Heli Tourism

Monsoon Tourism
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F. TRIPURA TOURISM POLICY
Focus Areas

Eco Tourism - Tripura is called the “daughter of the Eastern Hills” on account of her
undulating hilly terrain and rich forest cover.

Water Tourism - The sprawling 42 square km Dumbur Lake of south Tripura, silhouetted
by three hill-ranges and virgin forest, provide an ideal setting for eco-tourism.

Tea Tourism - Durgabari Tea Estate (Mohanpur, Sadar), Manu Valley Tea Garden
(Kailasahar), Ludhua Tea Estate (sabroom), Devipur Tea Garden (Bishalgarh) are some pf
the major tea gardens where tea tourism could be developed.

Handicraft Tourism - Presently, the main industry based on bamboo in Tripura is Cane
and Bamboo Handicrafts.

Religious Tourism – Some of the major religious places that attracts tourists all
throughout the year are - Mata Kamaleshwari’ in Kamalasagar

Historical & Cultural Tourism – With a history of over 2500 years and 186 kings, this
former interdependent Tripuri Kingdom has a lot of potential to attract tourists. Tripura
has a rich cultural heritage of music, fine arts, handicrafts and dance
3.6 INSTITUTIONAL SET UP
The Institutional Setup within States is discussed in each of the 8 State Chapters in Volume II.
Ministry of Tourism, Govt of India has been the major funding agency at India level for all
tourism projects in the States.
At a regional level, NEC is the regional planning body through which also funds are routed to
tourism (among other) sector.
3.7 CURRENT TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
Many tourism development projects are funded under various schemes by Ministry of Tourism,
NEC, State’s own funds. The projects are discussed under individual State Sections in Volume.
There are numerous projects funded, however on ground the infrastructure lacks very much.
There is a big mismatch between allocations and actual ground reality and high governance
delays of implementation. Funding should be reviewed and a mechanism created to check need
of project to make it a successful tourist destination, locational quality, output quality and
efficiency.
A. NEC PROJECTS
Tourism Sector in the NEC made its beginning at the advent of the 10th Plan only. With
Guwahati being the gateway for the NE Region, there is always a pressure on this city as regards
accommodation of tourists. This has prompted the NEC to go for constructing a Yatriniwas-cumNEC Guest House there and this is under construction at the Paltan Bazar, Guwahati. Tea tourism
is a comparatively recent product and a very positive one. This also provides opportunities to
arrest the deteriorating condition of some of the ailing tea gardens of the region. Puranimati
Eco-Tourism Project is one such project which in addition to providing alternative lifestyles
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would also create opportunities for yoga-therapeutic ailments, golfing, fishing etc. for the
tourists. On way to Shillong from Guwahati, the NEC has funded a major tourist attraction, viz.,
the Mamgar Lake which is artificial and situated in the Ri-Bhoi District in Meghalaya. This will be
completed soon.
At about a distance 30 kms away from Shillong on the Guwahati-Shillong National Highway, the
NEC has been the major subsidy provider for another product - the Thrills Fun Park, support has
also been extended to tourist resorts at Hrangbana, Mizoram and Wokha, Nagaland and a
budget hotel at Agartala. Documentary films had also been funded on each of the 8 (eight)
member states of the NEC which had been telecasted through the Star One channel. The NEC is
also getting advertorials on promotion of tourism published through various media.
Other important projects either assisted or in the pipeline during the 10th Plan period are :

Community Based Eco-Tourism project at Mawphlang Sacred Grove in Meghalaya.

Travel and Tourism Expo at Guwahati, Assam.

Publication of Advertorials in the Darpan the inflight Magazine of Indian Airlines and
Alliance Air, Eastern India Edition of Times of India, Business World and Outlook Traveller
Getaways.

Grant of Corpus Fund to the NEZCC for cultural promotion in the States ofN ER.

Creation of Wah Rashi Waterfalls Complex cum Recreational Centre at Syntung,
Meghalaya.

Publication of a Book of Orchids of the North East.

Construction of a Heritage Hall in memory of Late Captain John Butler at Pangti Village,
Wokha District, Nagaland.

Creation of Tourist Facility Centre at Tippi, Arunachal Pradesh.

Publication of Travel Handbook on North East.

Community based Eco-Tourism Project at Manipur.

Purchase of Boats for Water Sports Complex at Orchid Lake Resort, Umiam, Meghalaya.

Production of a three episode documentary film on Fruits of Peace in Mizoram.

Community based Eco-Tourism Project in Nagaland.

Tourism Infrastructural Development in Nagaland.

Instituting a Revolving Fund Project for Development of Tourism in NER (given to IL & FS).

Support to the Corpus for the establishment of North East Tourism Development Council.

Support for preparation of project reports for tourism infrastructure development in
Bodoland Territorial Council Areas.

Eco-Tourism Development in Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary in West Sikkim.

Development of trekking routes in Sikkim.

Promotion of critical and established tourism circuits.
B. MOT PROJECTS
The last 3 years summary is discussed below.
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TOTAL EXPENDITURE IN THE EAST & NORTH EAST DIVISION DURING 2009-10 (STATE-WISE) NEW PROJECTS (As on 11.03.2010)
S. No.
1
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
File No.
2
9-NE(9)2009
Dtd. 04.08.2009
9-NE(14)2009
Dtd. 04.08.2009
9-NE(9)2008
Dtd. 04.08.2009
9-NE(6)2009
Dtd. 27/10/2009
9-NE(8)2009
Dtd. 28.12.2009
9-NE(13)2009
Dtd. 28.12.2009
9-NE(17)2008
Dtd 25.02.2010
8.
9-NE(23)2009
Ddt 04.02.2010
9.
9-NE(9)2009
Dtd 04.02.2010
9-NE(9)2008
10.
11.
9-NE(10)2010
Dtd 05.03.2010
Name of the Proposal
3
ARUNACHAL PRADESH
Construction of Tourist Lodge at Riakjirijo near Ganga camp in
upper Subansiri District, Arunachal Pradesh
Construction of Tourist Lodge at Kaying, West Siang District,
Arunachal Pradesh
Construction of Tourist Lodge cum Way side Amenities at Pobe
Dumbung in East Kameng District, Arunachal Pradesh
Construction of Tourist Lodge (Honey Moon package) at Sagalee
ini Papumpare District, Arunachal Pradesh
Construction of Tourist Complex at Tapa Hapa under Palin circle,
Kurung Kumey in Arunachal Pradesh
Development of Doimukh – Sagalee – Pakke Kesang-Seppa
Tourist Circuit in Arunachal Pradesh
Development of Integrated Tourism Activities in and around
RHEP (Ranganadi Hydro Electric Project) at Yazali, Lower
Subansiri District, Arunachal Pradesh
Celebration of Festival of Arunachal Pradesh
Celebration of Nyokum Festival 2010 at Nyapin
Development of Deventure Tourism Camping Destination Site a
Jotte Poma River
National Rafting Championship at Siang River in Arunachal
Pradesh
Total
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Amount Sanction
4
Amount Released
5
Head
6
490.44
392.35
PIDDC
484.97
387.98
PIDDC
439.15
351.32
PIDDC
292.98
234.38
PIDDC
358.58
286.86
PIDDC
762.58
610.06
PIDDC
348.33
278.66
PIDDC
5.00
4.00
DPPH
5.00
4.00
DPPH
387.05
309.64
PIDDC
10.00
8.00
DPPH
3584.08
2867.25
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Tourism Master Plan for North Eastern Region
3-NE(8)/2009
Dtd 24/12/2009
3-NE(14)/2009
Dtd 25/11/2009
3-NE(11)/2009
Dtd 30/12/2009
3-NE(9)/2009/IT
Dtd 19/01/2010
3-NE(2)/2010
Dtd 26/02/2010
3-NE(3)/2010
Dtd 26/02/2010
6-NE(17)/2008
Dtd 08/07/2009
6-NE(3)/2009
Dtd 08/07/2009
6-NE(9/2009
Dtd 23/09/2009
6-NE(6)/2009
Dtd 29/09/2009
6-NE(4)/2009
Dtd 12/11/2009
6-NE(14)/2009
Dtd 21/12/2009
6-NE(7)/2009
Dtd 21/12/2009
ASSAM
Destination Development on the Bank of Brahmaputra at
Guwahati
Destination Development of Koya Kujia Lake, North Slmara,
Bongaigaon
Samaguri Lake – Morikolong – Badulikorung – Chapanala –
Akashiganag” Tourist Circuit in Assam
Central Financial Assistance for IT Projects
200.96
160.77
PIDDC
379.09
303.27
PIDDC
435.83
348.64
PIDDC
50.00
45.00
IT
Celebration of Rangoli Utsav.
5.00
4.00
DPPH
Celebration of Elephant Festival
5.00
4.00
DPPH
TOTAL
MANIPUR
Development at Marjing Polo imphal complex and Heingang, in
Manipur
Touirst Destination Development at Khongjom war Memorial
complex, Manipur
Construction of Convention Centre at Imphal
1075.88
865.88
263.19
210.55
PIDDC
361.16
288.90
PIDDC
415.68
332.54
PIDD
Construction of Integrated Tourist Destination at Tupul, Senapati
District, in Manipur
Tourist Destination, development at Ishingthingbi Lake, Manipur
393.54
314.83
PIDD
315.22
252.18
PIDDC
Construction of Integrated Tourist Destination at Sipuikon
village, Tipaimukh sub Division, Churachandpur in Manipur.
Upgradation of Integrated Tourist Destination at Sendra,
Moirang, Bishnupr District in Manipur
500.00
400.00
PIDDC
433.64
346.91
PIDDC
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2.
3.
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5.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Tourism Master Plan for North Eastern Region
6-NE(12)/2008
Dtd 19/01/2010
8-NE(1)/2009
Dtd 08/07/2009
8-NE(2)/2008
Dtd 08/07/2009
8-NE(1)/2008
Dtd 09/07/2009
8-NE(6)/2009
Dtd 20/01/2010
8-NE(3)/2010
Dtd 17/02/2010
5-NE(2)/2009
Dtd 09/07/2009
5-NE(3)/2009
Dtd 09/07/2009
5-NE(7)/2009
Dtd 30/09/2009
5-NE(6)/2009
Dtd 12/11/2009
5-NE(5)/2009
Dtd 12/11/2009
5-NE(8)/2008
Dtd 12/11/2009
5-NE(1)/2009
Celebration of Manipur Tourism Festival, 2009 10, Manipur
15.00
12.00
TOTAL
MEGHALAYA
Development of Circuit Touirsm – Shillong – Mawyngkneng –
Jowai – Khliehriat – Lumshnong – Sonapur - Ratacherra
Circuit Tourism Destinatio, Tura – Garobadha – Selsella –
Bhaitbari – Phulbari – Tikrikila.
Destination Tourism at Resubelpara, East Garo Hills.
2697.43
2157.91
609.04
487.23
PIDDC
538.23
430.58
PIDDC
281.11
224.89
PIDDC
Celebration of 100 Drum Wangala Dance Festival 2009 in
Meghalaya
Celebration for ‘Er Batemon, Event, 2010, Meghalaya
5.00
4.00
DPPH
15.00
12.00
DPPH
TOTAL
MIZORAM
Development of Tourist Destination at Niawhatlang
1448.38
1158.70
203.56
162.84
PIDDC
Devlopment of Tourist Destination at Chakhang, in South
Mizoram
Construction of convention Centre at Berawtlang Touirst
Complex, Aizawl, Mizoram
Development of Tourist Destination Chawngte in the State of
Mizoram
Development of Tourist Destination Palak Lake in Mizoram
203.56
162.84
PIDDC
467.71
374.17
PIDDC
388.47
310.76
PIDDC
437.75
350.20
PIDDC
Construction of Development of tourist Circuit Maubawk –
Serkawr – Zawngling – Niawhtlang – Chakheitla in Mizoram
Celebration of Anthuriam Festival 2009
694.88
350.20
PIDDC
10.00
8.00
DPH
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Dtd 14/12/2009
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
7-NE-(1)/2009
Dtd 22/09/2009
7-NE-(3)/2009
Dtd 22/09/2009
7-NE-(5)/2009
Dtd 29/09/2009
7-NE-(2)/2009
Dtd 14/12/2009
7-NE-(6)/2009
Dtd 16/12/2009
7-NE-(8)/2009
Dtd16/12/2009
7-NE-(4)/2009
Dtd 17/12/2009
4-NE(7)/2009/IT
Dtd 24/08/2009
4-NE(6)/2009
Dtd 04/08/2009
4-NE(19)/2009
31/08/2009
4-NE(20)/2009
Dtd 04/09/2009
4-NE(18)/2009
Dtd 09/09/2009
TOTAL
NAGALAND
Construction of Footpath on Dzukou Valley approach Road via
Viswema Village in Nagaland
Tourism Destination at Phek in Nagaland
2405.93
1924.71
85.48
68.38
PIDDC
450.98
360.78
PIDDC
Tourist Travel Circuit Development Longlang – Noklak – Pungro
in Nagaland.
Integrated Tourist Travel Circuit Jaluki (Peren) Thilixu (Dimapur) Tuli (Mokok) in Nagaland.
Celebration of Hornbill Event at Kisama from 1-7th December,
2009 in Nagaland
Celebration of Tokhu Emong Festival from 1-7th November, 2009
in Nagaland.
Tourist destination at Kigwema – Mt. Suro Eco- adventure
697.79
558.00
PIDDC
617.56
494.05
PIDDC
15.00
12.00
DPPH
5.00
4.00
DPPH
383.06
306.45
PIDDC
TOTAL
2554.87
1803.66
SIKKIM
IT Proposals for Tourism Promotion in Sikkim.
45.00
40.05
IT
Development of Tourist Infrastructure at Meli in South Sikkim.
379.61
303.69
PIDDC
Destination Development of Mangan Tourist Axis including
Heliport in North Sikkim.
Destination Development of Geetang Khola waterfall including
Heliport in West Sikkim.
Celebration of Aritar Tourism Festival 2009 in the moth of
September, East Sikkim
329.11
263.29
PIDDC
325.18
260.14
PIDDC
5.00
4.00
DPPH
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7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Tourism Master Plan for North Eastern Region
4-NE(14)/2009
Dtd 09/09/2009
4-NE(4)/2009
Dtd 22/09/2009
4-NE(9)/2009
Dtd 22/09/2009
4-NE(9)/2009
Dtd 29/09/2009
4-NE(21)/2009
29/09/2009
4-NE(22)/2009
Dtd 30/09/2009
4-NE(13)/2009
Dtd 14/12/2009
4-NE(28)/2008
Dtd 17/02/2010
10-NE(4)/2009
Dtd 29/09/2009
10-NE(2)/2009
Dtd 29/09/2009
10-NE(3)/2009
Dtd 29/09/2009
10-NE(1)/2009
Dtd 28/12/2009
10-NE(6)/2009
Dtd 15/12/2009
Celebration of Namchi Mahotsav 2009 in the month of October,
2009 in Sikkim.
Tourist Spot Development Kumrek including trek route
development from Gadi to Jhandidara via Dikling in East Sikkim.
Development of Tourist Infrastructure at Yangyang in South
Sikkim.
Tourist Circuit Development En-Route Remtek in East Sikkim.
5.00
4.00
DPPH
381.85
305.48
PIDDC
403.77
323.02
PIDDC
418.41
334.73
PIDDC
421.57
337.25
PIDDC
394.41
315.53
PIDDC
5.00
4.00
DPPH
490.54
392.43
PIDDC
3604.45
2887.61
430.53
344.42
PIDDC
Development of Tourist Circuit Dhalai – North, Tripura.
661.18
528.94
PIDDC
Development of Tourist Destination Amarpur – Tripura.
417.87
334.30
PIDDC
Development of Tourist Circuit West – South, Tripura 2008-09.
379.50
303.60
PIDDC
5.00
4.00
DPPH
Destination Development of Tourist Infrastructure under
Berfung-Ralong Constituency Including Heliport At Chemchey in
south Sikkim.
Development and Promotion of Eco-Tourism Destination in
Lachung, Yumthang and in North Sikkim.
Celebration of Gangtok winter festival 2nd to 5th December, 2009
East Sikkim.
Development of Camping sites and trekking routes along the
Singhalia Trekking trail and West Sikkim
TOTAL
TRIPURA
Development of Tourist Destination Khowai, Tripura.
Celebration of Neemahal Tourism Festival from 27-29 December,
2009 in Tripura.
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Dtd 16/12/2009
10-NE(8)/2009
Dtd 16/12/2009
Celebration of Jumpui Hill Tourism Festival from 18-20
November, 2009 in Tripura
Celebration of Diwali Festival from 17-19 October, 2009 in
Tripura
TOTAL
GRAND TOTAL
5.00
4.00
DPPH
5.00
4.00
DPPH
1904.08
18975.10
1523.26
15188.78
TOTAL EXPENDITURE IN THE EAST & NORTH EAST DIVISION DURING 2008-09 (STATE-WISE) NEW PROJECTS
S. No.
1
File No.
2
1.
9-NE(17)2007
2.
9-NE(14)2007
3.
9-NE(15)2007
4.
5.
6.
9-NE(25)2007
9-NE(13)2007
9-NE(12)2007
7.
9-NE(12)2008
8.
9-NE(13)2008
9.
9-NE(8)2008
10.
9-NE(7)2008
Name of the Proposal
3
ARUNACHAL PRADESH
Construction of Tourist Lodge at Seppa, East Kameng
District, Arunachal Pradesh
Destination Development of Morshing, West Kameng
District.
Development of River front and additional
accommodation at the Tourist Complex at Aalo
Development of Dolma Park at Lumla
Development of Lumla Sub Circuit
Construction of Tourist Lodge at Tasam Moring near
Bameng in East Kameng District, Arunachal Pradesh
Construction of Tourist Complex at Tengapani, Lohit
District.
Construction of Tourist Complex at Aliney (LG) in Dibang
valley
Buddha Mahotsava Festival, 2009 at Tawang in Arunachal
Pradesh
Siang River Festival, 2008
Vol I: C.3-40
(Rs. In Lakhs)
Amount Sanction
4
Amount Released
5
Head
6
405.08
324.06
PIDDC
331.17
265.00
PIDDC
469.49
375.60
PIDDC
170.00
655.38
61.30
136.00
524.30
49.04
PIDDC
PIDDC
PIDDC
469.26
375.40
PIDDC
278.09
222.47
PIDDC
10.00
8.00
DPPH
10.00
8.00
DPPH
Draft Report
Tourism Master Plan for North Eastern Region
11.
9-NE(11)2007
12.
9-NE(14)2007
13.
9-NE(6)2007
1.
3-NE(4)/2008
2.
3.
3-NE(1)/2008
3-NE(2)/2008
4.
3-NE(5)/2008
1.
2.
6-NE(11)/2007
6-NE(19)/2007
3.
6-NE(16)/2007
4.
5.
6.
7.
6-NE(7)/2008
6-NE(6)/2008
6-NE(9)/2008
6-NE(5)/2008
Construction of Tourist Lodge at Bana point 6 km BRITF
roads near Nagmandir, East Kameng District Aruanchal
Pradesh
Celebration of Shapwang yowng Manau Poi 2009 at
Bardumsa, Changlang District in Arunachal Pradesh
Construction of Cafeteria Cum-Picinic spot at Dugi village,
upper Subansiri District Arunachal Pradesh
Total
ASSAM
Development of Tourist Circuit – Kaliabor –
Jakhalabandha – Nagaon
Development of Buddhist Tourist Circuit in Assam
Development of TC – Dibru Saikhowa National Park –
Makum – Margherita – Digboi, Assam
Development of Tourist Circuit Kaziranga – Sivasagar –
Majuli – Jorhat (East Assam Circuit)
TOTAL
MANIPUR
Purchasing of Adventure Sports Equipments in Manipur
Integrated Development of Tourist Circuit Imphal –
Bishnupur – Churachandpur, Manipur
Integrated Development of Tourist Circuit for Imphal –
Luwangsangbam – Sekmai – Kanglatongbi – Heng ung –
Senapati – Maram Khullen – Mao
Manipur Tourism Festival, 2008-09
Mera Houchongba Festival – 2008
Kut Festival, 2008
Infrastructure Development of Adventure Tourism
Complex at Lamdan in Manipur
Vol I: C.3-41
185.00
148.00
PIDDC
5.00
4.00
DPPH
97.43
77.94
PIDDC
3147.20
2517.81
669.40
535.52
PIDDC
652.57
332.15
522.06
265.72
PIDDC
PIDDC
453.49
362.79
PIDDC
2107.61
1686.09
5.72
580.32
4.58
464.26
PIDDC
PIDDC
712.14
569.71
DPPH
15.00
5.00
5.00
374.41
12.00
4.00
4.00
299.52
DPPH
DPPH
DPPH
PIDDC
Draft Report
Tourism Master Plan for North Eastern Region
8.
6-NE(12)/2008
9.
6-NE(111)/2008
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
8-NE(6)/2007
8-NE(11)/2007
8-NE(3)/2007
8-NE(2)/2007
8-NE(8)/2007
6.
8-NE(10)/2007
1.
5-NE(1)/2008
2.
3.
5-NE(9)/2008
5-NE(3)/2008
4.
5-NE(2)/2008
1.
7-NE-(9)/2008
Integrated Development of Tourist Circuit for Imphal
Mahadev – Lambu – Finch Corner – Hundung – Jessami in
Mainpur.
Construction of Integrated Tourist Destination at Jiribam
in Maipur.
TOTAL
MEGHALAYA
Autumn Festival, 2007 in Meghalaya
Wangala Dance Festival, 2007
Ethnic Rhytms Festival, 2007 in Meghalaya
Celebration of Nongkrem Festival, 2007 in Meghalaya
Development of Laitlyngkot – Pynursia – Pongtung –
Mawlyngnong – Nontgeitniang – Pomshutia – Dawki
(Meghalaya) as a Tourist Circuit
Development of Barengapara – Gasupara – Sibbari –
Baghmara Rongara – Mahadeo Balpakram as a Tourism
Circuit
TOTAL
MIZORAM
Celebration of Chapchar Kut Festival in March, 2008 in
Mizoram
Development of Aero-Sports at Aizwal
Celebration of Thalfavang Kut, 2008 at Mamit in
Mizoram.
Celebration of Bamboo Festival 2008 at Aizawal in
Mizoram
TOTAL
NAGALAND
Celebration of Hornbill Event, 2008
Vol I: C.3-42
800.00
640.00
PIDDC
446.25
357.00
PIDDC
2943.84
2355.07
10.00
5.00
5.00
5.00
570.69
10.00
5.00
5.00
5.00
456.55
DPPH
DPPH
DPPH
DPPH
PIDDC
642.85
514.28
PIDDC
1238.54
995.83
5.00
4.00
DPPH
298.38
5.00
238.71
4.00
PIDDC
DPPH
10.00
8.00
DPPH
318.38
254.71
10.00
8.00
DPPH
Draft Report
Tourism Master Plan for North Eastern Region
2.
3.
4.
7-NE-(8)/2008
7-NE-(11)/2008
7-NE-(4)/2008
5.
7-NE-(7)/2008
6.
7-NE-(6)/2008
7.
7-NE-(5)/2008
8.
9.
1.
4-NE(23)/2007
2.
4-NE(23)/2008
3.
4-NE(7)/2008
4.
4-NE(11)/2008
5.
6.
7.
4-NE(24)/2008
4-NE(5)/2008
4-NE(14)/2008
8.
4-NE(17)/2008
9.
4-NE(15)/2008
Celebration of Yemshe Festival
Celebration of Ngadah Festival
Integrated Tourist Destination Kisama-Mt. Japfu Heritage
and Adventure
Integrated Development of Tourist Travel Circuit Meluri –
Wazeho – Avangokho in Nagaland
Integrated Development of Mon as Eco-Adventure &
Cultural Destination Nagaland
Tourist Travel Circuit Pugohoboto – Tseminyu – Wokha –
Asukhuto, Nagaland
Village Chungli Yimti
Village Mitikhru
TOTAL
SIKKIM
Development of Tourist Infrastructure at Tendong and
Jorpokhari in South Sikkim.
Tourist Infrastructure at Rameydhamrabdha Kamaldham
and war site at Thapgay dara, Sribadam in west Sikkim
Development of Tourist Infrastructure at Tiffin Dara and
Children park at Namchi in South Sikkim.
Development of Barshey Rhododendron Tourist Centre at
Soreng in West Sikkim
Development of Gangtok as Major Destination
Development of Tourist infrastructure at Damthang
Celebration of Kangchenzdonga Festival, 2008 in South
Sikkim.
Celebration of Jorethang Magheymela, 2008 in South
Sikkim
Celebration of Mangan Music Festival, 2008 in North
Vol I: C.3-43
5.00
5.00
454.82
4.00
4.00
363.85
DPPH
DPPH
PIDDC
708.71
566.96
PIDDC
452.76
362.20
PIDDC
774.17
619.33
PIDDC
50.00
50.00
2540.46
40.00
40.00
2014.34
RT
RT
253.78
203.00
PIDDC
500.00
400.00
PIDDC
379.73
303.78
PIDDC
500.00
400.00
PIDDC
2390.70
471.09
2.50
1195.35
376.87
0.50
PIDDC
PIDDC
DPPH
4.00
3.20
DPPH
4.00
3.20
DPPH
Draft Report
Tourism Master Plan for North Eastern Region
10.
4-NE(1)/2008
11.
4-NE(20)/2008
12.
13.
4-NE(21)/2008
4-NE(26)/2008
14.
15.
16.
17.
1.
2.
3.
10-NE(3)/2007
10-NE(9)/2007
10-NE(5)/2008
4.
10-NE(3)/2008
5.
6.
10-NE(1)/2008
10-NE(2)/2008
Sikkim
Construction of Heritage Centre at Marchak and Beyong
in East Sikkim.
Construction of Tourist Infrastructure at Temi-Tarku in
South Sikkim
C/o Yatri Niwas at Assangthang
Construction of Tourist Infrastructure at old Rumtek and
Rey in East Sikkim.
High Altitude Trekking
Rural Tourism at Village Maniram Bhanjyang, (HW + SW)
Village Rong
Village Jaubari
TOTAL
TRIPURA
Celebration of Kharchi Festival, 2007, Tripura
Destination Development of Dumboor Lake, Tripura
Celebration of Neermahal Tourism Festival, 2008 in
Tripura during 27 -29 December, 2008
Celebration of Ashokastami Festival, to be held in Tripura
during December, 2008 and March 2009.
Celebration of Kharchi Festival, 2008 in Tripura
Celebration of Diwali Festival 2008
TOTAL
310.13
248.10
PIDDC
380.52
304.41
PIDDC
500.00
416.36
400.00
333.08
PIDDC
PIDDC
94.30
58.24
58.24
42.59
6366.18
75.27
46.59
46.59
34.32
4374.26
PIDDC (ART)
RT
RT
RT
4.77
336.17
5.00
4.77
268.94
4.00
DPPH
PIDDC
DPPH
5.00
4.00
DPPH
5.00
5.00
360.94
4.00
4.00
289.71
DPPH
DPPH
FUNDS RELEASED TO THE STATES OF NORTH EASTERN REGION DURING 2007-08 (STATE-WISE) (31.03.2008) NEW PROJECTS
S. No.
File No.
Name of the Proposal
Vol I: C.3-44
Amount Sanctioned
Amount Released
(Rs. In Lakhs)
Head
Draft Report
1
Tourism Master Plan for North Eastern Region
2
1.
4-NE(6)/2006
2.
4-NE(1)/2007
3.
4-NE(6)/2007
4.
4-NE(9)/2006
5.
4-NE(16)/2007
6.
4-NE(19)/2007
7.
4-NE(17)/2007
8.
4-NE(20)/2007
9.
4-NE(11)/2007
10.
4-NE(13)/2006
11.
4-NE(14)/2007
12.
4-NE(22)/2007
13.
4-NE(24)/2007
3
SIKKIM
Development of Assam Lingzey to Khedi Trek Route
including other Tourist Infrastructure in East Sikkim
Construction of flower show pavilion at Namchi in South
Sikkim
Construction of Pony Track and other infrastructure at
Hanuman Tok, Tashi View
Development of Car Park and Meeting Hall at Samdruptse
in South Sikkim
Construction of View Tower at Balwakhani and Foot Trail
around Gangtok, East Sikkim
Construction of Tourist Heritage Centre at Tek ins South
Sikkim
Development of Budag Gadi (Fort) at Central Pandam in
East Sikkim
Development of Buddhist Tourist Circuit along Chochen
Pheri, East Sikkim.
Construction of Interpretation Hall, Meditation Hall,
Reception & Tourism Amenity block, Buddha Statue,
Sikkim
Tourist Infrastructure under Jorethang Constituency in
South Sikkim
Development of Nathula-Memencho-Kupup-Gnathang
Tourist Circuit in East Sikkim.
Development of Lake and its surrounding at Gufa Dara,
Hee Bermick, West Sikkim.
Construction of Indian Himalayan Centre for Adventure
and Eco-Tourism at Chemchy Phase-II in South Sikkim.
Vol I: C.3-45
4
5
6
329.08
263.26
Infrastructure
473.20
378.56
-do-
431.00
344.00
-do-
336.77
269.40
-do-
193.13
154.50
-do-
109.65
87.72
-do-
208.74
166.99
-do-
222.37
177.889
-do-
435.63
349.00
-do-
327.96
262.36
-do-
454.30
363.44
-do-
189.95
151.96
-do-
389.54
311.63
-do-
Draft Report
Tourism Master Plan for North Eastern Region
14.
4-NE(13)/2007
15.
16.
17.
4-NE(15)2007
4-NE(5)2007
4-NE(1)2007(IT)
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
4-NE(25)2007
4-NE(32)2007
4-NE(12)2007
4-NE(31)2007
4-NE(27)2007
23.
24.
1.
9-NE(17)/2006
2.
9-NE(18)/2006
3.
9-NE(3)/2007
4.
9-NE(2)/2007
5.
9-NE(1)/2007
6.
9-NE(8)/2007
Development of Trekking Route from Cabi to Tamzey
including high altitude Trek of Damboche Jakathang and
Thanguphu in North Sikkim
Tourist Reception Centre at Rangpo in East Sikkim
Construction of Culture village at Tharpu in West Sikkim.
Setting up VPN & Procurement of Equipment for Sikkim
Tourist officers
Celebration of Namchi Mahotsav, 07 Sikkim
Celebration of Jorethang Maghey Mela 2008
International flower Show
Celebration of Gangtok Winter Fest, 07
Celebration of Ramanavmi Tourist Festival at Aritar a East
Sikkim
Rural Tourism at Village Chunbung, District West Sikkim
Rural Tourism at Village Tingchim
Total
ARUNACHAL PRADESH
Development of Tourist Lodge at Geku in Upper Siang,
A.P.
Development of Tourist Complex at Tuting in Upper Siang
in Arunachal Pradesh
Development of Tourist Circuit Itanagar Ziro-DaporjiBasar.
Construction of Tourist Complex at Mayudia Lower
Dibang Valley District.
Development & Improvement of Geyakar Sinyi Lake near
Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
Development of Mechuka Tourism Destination in
Arunachal Pradesh
Vol I: C.3-46
382.34
305.87
-do-
453.41
441.93
50.00
362.73
353.54
45.00
-doIT
DPPH
5.00
4.00
10.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
3.20
8.00
3.20
3.20
DPPH
DPPH
DPPH
DPPH
DPPH
49.96
48.71
5554.67
39.69
38.97
4448.38
RT
RT
133.77
107.00
Infrastructure
358.51
286.80
-do-
759.87
607.90
-do-
422.23
337.78
-do-
426.00
340.80
-do-
441.56
353.24
-do-
Draft Report
7.
8.
9.
10.
Tourism Master Plan for North Eastern Region
9-NE(9)/2007
9-NE(6)/2007
9-NE(4)/2007
9-NE(7)/2007
1.
2.
3.
7-NE(3)/2007
7-NE(8)/2007
7-NE(9)/2007
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
7-NE(1)/2007-IT
1.
5-NE(5)/2007
2.
3.
5-NE(6)/2007
5-NE(4)/2007
7-NE(7)/2007
7-NE(5)/2007
7-NE(4)/2007
7-NE(6)/2007
Development of Jairam Pur Tourism Destination.
Celebration of Siang River Festival in Arunachal Pradesh
Celebration of Buddha Mahotsava, 2007
Development of Tourism Infrastructure near Pakhui Wild
Life Sanctuary at Seijosa, East Kameng District, Arunachal
Pradesh.
TOTAL
NAGALAND
Development of Tizu Kukha & Adventure Destination
Development of Tourist Destination at Khensa
Development of Tourist Complex Dimapur-Diphupar,
Bethekima (Naithu-Zubza)
Information Technology in Nagaland Tourism
Village Avachekha, District Zunheboto
Village Changtongia, District Mokokchung
Village Leshumi, Distirct Phek
Village Longsa, District Mokochung
Village Thetsumi, District Phek
Celebration of Sukrunya Festival
Celebration Hornbill Event
Celebration of Naga Nite Delhi Event
Celebration of Ahun Festival
TOTAL
MIZORAM
Development of Southern Tourist Circuit Phase-II LuglaiSaichho-Thenzwal-Alsuk-Hmuifang
Destination Development of Sakawrdi
Celebration of Thalfavang Kut Festival in 2007, in
Vol I: C.3-47
436.67
10.00
5.00
336.51
349.35
8.00
4.00
269.21
-doDPPH
-doInfrastructure
3330.12
2664.08
499.24
458.94
789.53
399.39
367.15
631.62
Infrastructure
-do-do-
49.55
50.00
50.00
50.00
48.34
41.14
5.00
10.00
10.00
5.00
2066.74
39.64
40.00
40.00
40.00
38.67
32.91
4.00
8.00
8.00
4.00
1653.38
IT
RT
-do-do-do-doDPPH
-do-do-do-
706.67
565.34
Infrastructure
472.07
5.00
377.65
4.00
-doDPPH
Draft Report
Tourism Master Plan for North Eastern Region
4.
5-NE(8)/2007
5.
5-NE(7)/2007
1.
3-NE(3)/2007
2.
3-NE(1)/2007
3.
4.
5.
3-NE(10)/2007
3-NE(6)/2007
3-NE(7)/2007
1.
8-NE-(10)/2007
2.
8-NE-(8)/2007
1.
6-NE(7)/2007
2.
3.
6-NE(5)/2007
6-NE(8)/2007
4.
6-NE(9)/2007
Mizoram
Celebration of Anthurium Festival to be held in the month
of February, 2008
Development of Tourist Destination Kanhmun in
Mizoram.
TOTAL
ASSAM
Development of ‘Barak Valley and Two Hill district in
Southern Assam.
Development of Tourist Circuit (Western Assam Circuit)
Dhubari-Mahamaya-Barpetahajo,Assam
Setting up of a Sound & Talatal Ghar, Sivasagar in Assam
Celebration of Tea Tourism Festival, 07-08
Celebration of Dehing Pataki Festival, 07-08
TOTAL
MEGHALAYA
Destination
Development
for
Circuit
Tourism
Development – Cherapunjee Destination, Meghalaya
Development of Tourism Cirucit on Mawphlang Mawsynram – Lawbah – Balat - Ranikot the State of
Meghalaya
TOTAL
MANIPUR
Hosting of Equestrian Championships at Imphal in
Manipur
Celebration of Manipur Tourism Festival 2007-08
Development of Tourist Circuit for Imphal – Thoubal –
Pallel – Tengnoupal - Morch in Maniput.
Integrated Development of Tourist Destination Bishnupur
Vol I: C.3-48
10.00
8.00
DPPH
499.20
399.36
Infrastructure
1692.94
1354.35
605.42
484.34
Infrastructure
497.94
398.35
-do-
158.54
5.00
5.00
1271.90
126.83
4.00
4.00
1017.52
-doDPPH
DPPH
305.51
244.41
Infrastructure
368.89
295.11
-do-
674.40
539.52
15.00
12.00
DPPH
10.00
509.97
8.00
407.98
DPPH
Infrastructure
357.42
285.94
Infrastructure
Draft Report
5.
Tourism Master Plan for North Eastern Region
6-NE(10)/2007
1.
2.
3.
4.
10-NE(7)/2007
5.
6.
7.
8.
10-NE(5)/2007
10-NE(2)/2007
10-NE(6)/2002
10-NE(8)/2007
in Manipur
Construction of Art & Craft Centre at Maibam Lokpa,
Ching, District Bishnupur, Manipur under Destination
Development
TOTAL
TRIPURA
Destination Development of Udaipur in Tripura
Rural Tourism at Village Durgapur, District West Tripura
Rural Tourism at Village Devipur, District West Tripura
Rural Tourism at Village Malayanagar, District West
Tripura
Celebration of Neermahal Festival, 07-08, Tripura
Celebration of Pilak Tourism Festival, 07-08, Tripura
Destination Development of Agartala, Tripura.
Destination Development of Belonia, Tripura
TOTAL
Vol I: C.3-49
218.38
174.70
Infrastructure
1110.77
888.62
206.13
34.68
48.55
39.68
164.90
27.74
38.84
31.74
Infrastructure
RT
-do-do-
5.00
5.00
319.22
392.50
1050.76
4.00
4.00
255.38
314.00
840.60
DPPH
Infrastructure
Infrastructure
Infrastructure
Draft Report
Tourism Master Plan for North Eastern Region
3 ........................................................................................................................................................ 1
TOURISM IN NE REGION- SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS ...................................................................... 1
3.1
Tourism in North East Region’s Economy ....................................................................... 1
A.
Tourism in North East Region ......................................................................................... 1
B.
Tourism in the Economy ................................................................................................. 3
3.2
State wise Tourism Resources ........................................................................................ 3
A.
Arunachal Pradesh: ......................................................................................................... 4
Nature Based: ........................................................................................................................... 4
Religious ................................................................................................................................... 5
Cultural ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Historical ................................................................................................................................... 5
Adventure ................................................................................................................................. 5
Hill Stations ............................................................................................................................... 6
Fairs & Festivals ........................................................................................................................ 6
Medicinal Plants of Arunachal Pradesh .................................................................................... 6
B.
Assam: ............................................................................................................................. 6
Nature Based ............................................................................................................................ 7
Religious ................................................................................................................................... 8
Historical ................................................................................................................................... 8
Cultural ..................................................................................................................................... 8
SatraS ........................................................................................................................................ 9
Adventure ................................................................................................................................. 9
Hill Stations ............................................................................................................................. 10
Golf Tourism ........................................................................................................................... 11
Fairs & Festivals ...................................................................................................................... 11
Major archaeological ruins of Assam ..................................................................................... 11
Major historical monuments of Assam .................................................................................. 11
C.
Manipur:........................................................................................................................ 11
Lakes ....................................................................................................................................... 12
National & Ecological Park...................................................................................................... 12
Religious Spots & Monument ................................................................................................. 12
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Caves....................................................................................................................................... 13
D.
Meghalaya:.................................................................................................................... 13
Leisure/ Nature Tourism......................................................................................................... 13
Eco Tourism ............................................................................................................................ 14
Adventure Tourism ................................................................................................................. 14
Business Tourism .................................................................................................................... 14
Pilgrimage Tourism ................................................................................................................. 14
Caves....................................................................................................................................... 14
Trekking in Meghalaya............................................................................................................ 14
Golfing .................................................................................................................................... 14
E.
Mizoram: ....................................................................................................................... 15
Wild life tourism ..................................................................................................................... 15
Trekking And Mountaineering ................................................................................................ 16
LakeS ....................................................................................................................................... 16
Cities of Mizoram.................................................................................................................... 17
CaveS ...................................................................................................................................... 17
Festivals .................................................................................................................................. 17
Memorial Stones/ Folklores ................................................................................................... 17
F.
Nagaland: ...................................................................................................................... 17
Major Cities ............................................................................................................................ 18
Festivals of Nagaland .............................................................................................................. 19
Nature Tourism....................................................................................................................... 19
Pilgrimage Tourism ................................................................................................................. 19
Adventure Tourism ................................................................................................................. 19
Eco Tourism Destinations ....................................................................................................... 19
G.
Sikkim: ........................................................................................................................... 20
Sikkim Adventure Tourism: .................................................................................................... 20
H.
Tripura: .......................................................................................................................... 22
Religious Tourism: .................................................................................................................. 22
Eco Tourism: ........................................................................................................................... 23
Heritage Tourism: ................................................................................................................... 23
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Water Tourism:....................................................................................................................... 23
Buddhist Tourism: .................................................................................................................. 23
Rural Tourism: ........................................................................................................................ 23
Amusement Park : .................................................................................................................. 23
Places in and around Agartala: ............................................................................................... 23
3.3
Tourism Resource Analysis- Regional level ................................................................... 24
A.
Tourism Resource Categorisation- Regional Level ........................................................ 24
B.
Tourist Visitation to different Destinations .................................................................. 25
C.
Circuits........................................................................................................................... 25
3.4
Tourism Infrastructure in Region .................................................................................. 26
3.5
Tourism Policy ............................................................................................................... 26
A.
North East Industrial and Investment Promotion Policy (NEIIPP) ................................ 26
B.
Assam Tourism Policy.................................................................................................... 27
C.
Meghalaya Tourism Policy ............................................................................................ 28
D.
Nagaland Tourism Policy ............................................................................................... 30
E.
Sikkim Tourism Policy.................................................................................................... 32
F.
Tripura Tourism Policy .................................................................................................. 33
3.6
Institutional Set up ........................................................................................................ 33
1.1
Current Tourism Development Projects ....................................................................... 33
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