Chandigarh, March 24:
Punjab is actively undertaking conservation and restoration work on various historical monuments and tourist sites across the state.
Tourism and Cultural Affairs Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond, while responding to a question in the Punjab Vidhan Sabha, stated that the Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs is focused on preserving and restoring historically significant monuments and tourist destinations in different districts. He further added that if the Bathinda district authorities submit a proposal to develop Bathinda lakes into a food hub or a tourism site, the Punjab government will give it priority.
In response to MLA Jagroop Singh Gill’s query, Tarunpreet Singh Sond emphasized that if the Deputy Commissioner of Bathinda submits a detailed proposal for the beautification and development of Bathinda lakes as a tourist destination and food hub, the Tourism and Cultural Affairs Department will take prompt action.
Adding his insights, Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan remarked that Punjab is one of the most beautiful places in the world, boasting mountains, rivers, lakes, and diverse weather conditions. He also highlighted Punjab’s historical forts and religious sites, underscoring the state’s rich cultural, religious and natural heritage. The Speaker suggested that a comprehensive plan should be devised to boost tourism in Punjab.
In response, Tarunpreet Singh Sond affirmed that Punjab is unique in terms of tourism and that the government is already working on numerous projects. He assured that future initiatives would further elevate Punjab’s tourism sector to new heights.
