Budget recognises tourism value

February 2023 - I was satisfied to see that both international and domestic tourism sectors were mentioned by the Finance Minister in the Union Budget this time. Her mentioning to select 50 destinations, which will be developed as a complete package for tourism; focus on guides; security of tourists and a huge outlay for Railways; overall are very positive signs for the growth of tourism in India. I would also like to say that the infusion of `9,000 crores in the corpus of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to offer collateral free loans will help the tourism sector as well. Currently, tourism sector is drawing attention from the highest level in the government, which will help the industry to grow in the coming years.