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Paryatan Parv 2022- Relevance for UPSC Exam

  • GS Paper 1: Indian History- Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.

Indian History

 

Paryatan Parv 2022 in News

  • Recently, Union Minister of State for Tourism Shripad Yesso Naik inaugurated ‘Paryatan Parv – 2022’ at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, Mumbai.
  • MoS Tourism urged all states to focus on film tourism in the country and the upcoming G20 Presidency which is to be held in the country.

 

Paryatan Parv 2022 (Tourism Festival)

  • About: ‘Paryatan Parv’ is an initiative based on the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister that aims for promotion of domestic tourism.
    • The Ministry of Tourism is organizing ‘Paryatan Parv – 2022’ (Tourism Festival) as part of Iconic Week celebration of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.
  • Venue: Tourism Festival 2022 is being organized in Mumbai from 30th September to 2nd October, 2022.
  • Organizing Ministry: Ministry of Tourism is entrusted with organizing ‘Paryatan Parv – 2022’ (Tourism Festival).
  • Mandate: Paryatan Parv 2022 is being organized to showcase diverse Culture, Art, Crafts and Cuisine of the States and one UT from Western & Central Region namely-
    • Maharashtra,
    • Gujarat,
    • Goa,
    • Madhya Pradesh,
    • Chhattisgarh and
    • UT of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.
  • Key Objectives: Paryatan Parv shall focus on domestic tourists especially to sensitize youth.
    • The members of Yuva Tourism club from schools and colleges have been invited to participate in Paryatn Parv this year.
    • This will also bring about a better understanding of heritage and culture of the Region amongst Mumbaikars.
    • The event is promoted with the aim of creating awareness about varied Tourism Product, Cuisine, Heritage and Culture of India.

 

Key Highlights of Paryatan Parv 2022

  • Tourism Pavilions of 8 State Tourism Departments from Western & Central Region and also other State Tourism Offices present in Mumbai.
  • Multimedia Exhibition on Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Celebrating 75 years of India’s Independence by Central  Bureau of Communication  , Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India
  • Kitchen Studio – showcase of cuisines of the region under the theme ‘Pashim – Madhya Milap’ by Institute of Hotel Management, Mumbai
  • Crafts Bazaar with 15 Handicraft stalls by Artisans from 5 states and one Union Territory in the Western & Central Region invited by Development Commissioner, Handicrafts, Ministry of Textiles.
  • Cultural Performances at the Central stage showcasing Folk Arts from across India.
  • Ministry of Ayush stall on theme Ayurveda @2047.
  • Stall by Indian Air Force recruiting office, Mumbai promoting Agnipath Scheme.
  • Free Guided Walking Tours by the Regional Level Tourist Guides covering attractions in and around  Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya.
  • Workshop on Art and Competitions for School Children
  • Other Interactive Activities to keep visitors engaged.

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