Lok Sabha Question No. 5948 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2026-03-30
Subject: Domestic and Foreign Tourist Arrivals in Gujarat
Ministry: TOURISM
Asked by: Shri Mansukhbhai Dhanjibhai Vasava

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF TOURISM

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.

## †5948 ANSWERED ON 30.03.2026

## DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN TOURIST ARRIVALS IN GUJARAT

†5948

## . SHRI MANSUKHBHAI DHANJIBHAI VASAVA:

Will the Minister of TOURISM be pleased to state:

- (a)
- whether Gujarat has immense potential for tourism;
- (b) if  so,  whether  Gujarat  is  attracting  more  domestic  and  foreign tourists than other States of the country;
- (c) if so, the details of number of domestic and foreign tourists visited Gujarat during the last three years and the current year, tourist destination-wise; and
- (d) the details of steps taken/being taken by the Government for the development of these tourist destinations in Gujarat?

## ANSWER

THE MINISTER OF TOURISM     (SHRI GAJENDRA SINGH SHEKHAWAT)

(a) to (d): India including the State of Gujarat has immense tourism potential  and  is  recognized  for  its  rich  cultural  heritage,  historical landmarks, and a diverse geography encompassing mountains, beaches, and forests, making it an ideal destination for various forms of tourism.  According to the Travel and Tourism Development Index (TTDI) 2024, India is ranked 39th globally and holds the 1st position among SAARC countries.

As per the India Tourism Compendium 2025, Gujarat ranks 8th in terms of Domestic Tourist Visits and 3rd in terms of Foreign Tourist Visits in the country, indicating that Gujarat has immense potential for tourism.

The Number of domestic and foreign tourists who visited (DTV and FTV)  during  2023-2025  for  the  Top  10  Destinations  of  Gujarat,  as provided by the state government is annexed.

Identification, development and promotion of tourism destinations  and  products  is  primarily  undertaken  by  the  concerned State Government (SG)/Union Territory Administration (UTA). However, the  Ministry  of  Tourism  through  its  central  sector  schemes  like PRASHAD, Swadesh Darshan 2.0, Challenge Based Destination Development, etc., complements the efforts of tourism infrastructure development in the country by extending financial assistance to the State Governments.

The State Government informed that it has adopted a comprehensive and integrated approach for the development of tourist destinations  across  the  State.  Major  identified  tourist  destinations have  been  developed  or  are  being  developed  with  essential  tourist infrastructure  and  visitor  amenities,  including  approaches,  parking, sanitation  facilities,  drinking  water,  signages,  seating  arrangement, safety provisions, and other required facilities.

The Gujarat Government is implementing projects for development  of  thematic  tourism  circuits  and  eco-tourism,  heritage conservation, apart from destination-specific interventions. In addition, promotion of lesser-known destinations and leveraging digital platforms for improved tourist engagement are also in focus.

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## ANNEXURE

STATEMENT IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (d) OF LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. †5948 ANSWERED ON 30.03.2026 REGARDING DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN TOURIST ARRIVALS IN GUJARAT RAISED BY SHRI MANSUKHBHAI DHANJIBHAI VASAVA

Number of  domestic  and  foreign  tourists  who  visited  (DTV  and  FTV)  during  2023-2025  for  the  Top  10 Destinations of Gujarat.

| Sl.   | Name of          | Place                                    | 2023       | 2023    | 2024       | 2024    | 2025       | 2025    |
|-------|------------------|------------------------------------------|------------|---------|------------|---------|------------|---------|
| No.   | District         |                                          | DTV        | FTV     | DTV        | FTV     | DTV        | FTV     |
| 1     | Ahmedabad        | Ahmedabad City                           | 19,136,609 | 521,033 | 24,648,292 | 715,761 | 26,844,462 | 757,035 |
| 2     | Banaskantha      | Ambaji Temple                            | 13,837,140 | 229,547 | 16,522,436 | 203,566 | 18,062,967 | 203,729 |
| 3     | Kheda            | Shri Ranchhodraiji Maharaj Temple, Dakor | 2,347,284  | 54,379  | 5,321,592  | 52,344  | 16,530,965 | 77,859  |
| 4     | Dev Bhumi Dwarka | Dwarka Temple                            | 7,922,506  | 116,026 | 10,055,550 | 107,527 | 14,156,105 | 118,620 |
| 5     | Gir - Somnath    | Somnath Temple                           | 9,102,478  | 110,194 | 9,132,967  | 117,137 | 11,251,136 | 122,142 |
| 6     | Panchmahal       | Pavagadh Temple                          | 8,121,801  | 77,282  | 7,929,631  | 70,055  | 10,075,307 | 77,550  |
| 7     | Ahmedabad        | Kankaria Lakefront                       | 7,779,424  | 95,050  | 5,705,325  | 94,994  | 7,640,385  | 97,156  |
| 8     | Narmada          | Ekta Nagar( Statue of Unity)             | 3,690,649  | 40,778  | 5,170,457  | 34,767  | 6,831,821  | 44,970  |
| 9     | Dev Bhumi Dwarka | Nageshwar Jyortilinga                    | -          | -       | -          | -       | 6,687,550  | 21,251  |
| 10    | Surat            | Surat City                               | 5,875,186  | 85,597  | 6,594,292  | 81,969  | 6,593,770  | 82,782  |