The goal of the revamped Swadesh Darshan 2.0 Scheme is to develop sustainable and responsible tourism destinations in the country. The scheme is aimed at 360-degree holistic development with a focus on increasing self-employment, youth skilling, private sector investments, and preserving local cultures.
The strategic objectives of the Scheme are:
(i) To enhance the contribution of tourism to the local economies
(ii) To create jobs including self-employment for local communities
(iii) To enhance the skills of local youth in tourism and hospitality
(iv) To increase private sector investment in tourism and hospitality
(v) To preserve and enhance the local cultural and natural resources