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@article{193107,
        author = {Prabhansh},
        title = {ROLE OF GOVERNMENT POLICIES IN TOURISM DEVELOPMENT},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {9},
        pages = {3772-3776},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=193107},
        abstract = {Tourism is one of the most significant service industries globally and contributes substantially to economic growth, employment generation, foreign exchange earnings, and infrastructure development. Government policies play a central role in directing tourism development by providing financial support, regulatory frameworks, marketing initiatives, and sustainability guidelines.
In India, tourism contributes nearly 9–10% to GDP (direct and indirect combined) and supports millions of jobs. Recognizing its importance, the Government of India has implemented various schemes such as thematic tourism circuits, pilgrimage development programs, visa reforms, and international marketing campaigns.
This study analyzes how government policies influence tourism development, evaluates their economic contributions, and identifies opportunities and challenges in the Indian tourism sector.},
        keywords = {Tourism policy, economic development, infrastructure, GDP growth, sustainable tourism, employment},
        month = {February},
        }