Odisha set to showcase tourism, investment potential during 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
The state government is committed to positioning Odisha as a leading place in the global tourism map, said Deputy CM Pravati Parida today. She was speaking at an event on the first day of 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) in Bhubaneswar.
Bhubaneswar: The state government is committed to positioning Odisha as a leading place in the global tourism map, said Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida today.
Parida was speaking at session titled ‘Unraveling India’s Best Kept Secret’ on the first day of 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) here.
“Odisha is endowed with an abundance of natural resources as well as timeless art, culture and tradition. The unique folk art, classical dance, folk dance, music, and culinary traditions of our state are recognized at the international level. The state government is committed to positioning Odisha as a leading place in the global tourism map,” said Parida.
The attendees of 18th PBD will explore various tourist spots in Odisha, thus familiarising themselves with our unique art, culture, and traditions. The government has been making continuous efforts to preserve and promote our cultural resources and tourism potential to attract more tourists, she added.
Parida, who also holds the Tourism portfolio, highlighted various tourism products of Odisha, including the eco-retreats, during the session.
There was an extensive discussion on Odisha’s famous temples, sanctuaries, forest resources, wildlife and culinary culture along with exchange of views on Odisha’s global recognition for traditional cuisines at the event.
Among others, India’s G-20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant, renowned chef Sanjeev Kapoor, CMD of Lalit Suri Hospitality Group Jyotsna Suri, co-founder and Managing Director of Wedding Line Chetan Bohra, and Commissioner-cum-Secretary of Odisha Tourism Balwant Singh were present on the occasion.