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Govt to offer Mudra loans for homestays, develop 50 tourism sites with states

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Feb 01, 2025 12:29 PM IST

Govt to extend mudra loans to homestays; develop 50 tourism sites in partnership with states

The government will develop top 50 tourist sites in partnership with states and also extend mudra loans to homestays, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Saturday.

Nirmala Sitharaman presenting the Budget for 2025-26 (PTI Photo/Ravi Choudhary) (PTI)
Nirmala Sitharaman presenting the Budget for 2025-26 (PTI Photo/Ravi Choudhary) (PTI)

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In efforts to boost tourism in the country, Sitharaman said medical tourism will be promoted in partnership with the private sector and the government will also give special focus to destinations related to life and times of Lord Buddha.

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Presenting the Budget for 2025-26, the minister also said financial support will be provided for Western Kosi Canal, benefiting 50,000 hectare in Mithilanchal region in Bihar.

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