The Rajasthan government formally launched the Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025 on December 10, 2025, at the Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC), Jaipur, with Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma presiding over the event. The policy's flagship innovation is the 'Adopt a Tourism Site' initiative, which invites private players, local communities, tourism stakeholders, and corporate entities to adopt selected heritage, eco-tourism, and nature tourism sites for a minimum commitment period of five years. Under the scheme, adopting partners take on responsibility for development, regular maintenance, amenity upgrades, and overall visitor experience management of the adopted site. Financial sustainability is built into the model: revenue from on-site commercial ventures — including cafeterias, restaurants, integrated shopping arcades, souvenir stores, and hospitality units — is expected to fund ongoing maintenance costs. The policy mandates a quota for showcasing Rajasthan's local heritage through handicrafts, arts, and traditional cuisine, creating livelihood opportunities for local artisans and vendors. Other key elements of the Tourism Policy 2025 include simplified clearance mechanisms for tourism investors, special incentives for heritage hotels and rural homestays, promotion of adventure tourism zones (particularly in the Aravalli range and Thar desert), and digital infrastructure for tourist facilitation. The policy also envisions Rajasthan as a MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) destination, leveraging the state's convention infrastructure and royal heritage. The 'Adopt a Tourism Site' model is seen as a public-private partnership framework that can help the state monetise its vast but under-maintained tourism asset base without burdening the state exchequer.
Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025 Launched: 'Adopt a Tourism Site' Scheme Invites Private Sector to Restore and Manage Heritage and Eco-Tourism Locations
The Rajasthan government formally launched the Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025 on December 10, 2025, at the Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC), Jaipur, with Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma presiding over the event. The policy's flagship innovation is the 'Adopt a Tourism Site' initiative, which invites private players, local communities, tourism stakeholders, and corporate entities to adopt selected heritage, eco-tourism, and nature tourism sites for a minimum commitment period of five years. Under the scheme, adopting partners take on responsibility for development, regular maintenance, amenity upgrades, and overall visitor experience management of the adopted site. Financial sustainability is built into the model: revenue from on-site commercial ventures — including cafeterias, restaurants, integrated shopping arcades, souvenir stores, and hospitality units — is expected to fund ongoing maintenance costs. The policy mandates a quota for showcasing Rajasthan's local heritage through handicrafts, arts, and traditional cuisine, creating livelihood opportunities for local artisans and vendors. Other key elements of the Tourism Policy 2025 include simplified clearance mechanisms for tourism investors, special incentives for heritage hotels and rural homestays, promotion of adventure tourism zones (particularly in the Aravalli range and Thar desert), and digital infrastructure for tourist facilitation. The policy also envisions Rajasthan as a MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) destination, leveraging the state's convention infrastructure and royal heritage. The 'Adopt a Tourism Site' model is seen as a public-private partnership framework that can help the state monetise its vast but under-maintained tourism asset base without burdening the state exchequer.
Key facts
- Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025 was formally launched on December 10, 2025 at JECC, Jaipur by CM Sharma.
- The 'Adopt a Tourism Site' scheme invites partners for a minimum five-year commitment period.
- Revenue from on-site commercial ventures like cafeterias and souvenir stores funds maintenance.
- The policy mandates showcasing local heritage through handicrafts, arts, and traditional cuisine.
- Special incentives are offered for heritage hotels, rural homestays, and adventure tourism zones.
- The policy envisions Rajasthan as a MICE destination leveraging royal heritage and convention infrastructure.
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Which statement correctly describes the 'Adopt a Tourism Site' initiative under Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025?
Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025 includes an 'Adopt a Tourism Site' approach to involve private players, local communities and tourism stakeholders in the upkeep and development of selected heritage and eco-tourism destinations. The aim is site improvement and sustainable management, not railway connectivity, hotel licensing or monument security.
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Frequently asked questions
When and where was the Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025 officially launched?
The Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025 was officially launched on December 10, 2025, at the Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC), Jaipur, with Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma presiding over the event.
What is the 'Adopt a Tourism Site' scheme introduced under Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025?
The 'Adopt a Tourism Site' scheme invites private players, local communities, tourism stakeholders, and corporate entities to adopt selected heritage, eco-tourism, and nature tourism sites for a minimum commitment period of five years. Adopting partners are responsible for development, regular maintenance, and facility upgradation of the site.
How will revenue be generated and utilised under the 'Adopt a Tourism Site' scheme?
Revenue is generated from on-site commercial ventures such as cafeterias and souvenir stores, and this income funds the maintenance and development of the adopted tourism site.
What is the vision of Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025 regarding MICE tourism?
The policy envisions positioning Rajasthan as a premier MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) destination by leveraging its royal heritage and modern convention infrastructure such as JECC.
What special incentives are provided under Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025?
The policy offers special incentives for heritage hotels, rural homestays, and adventure tourism zones, and mandates showcasing local heritage through handicrafts, arts, and traditional cuisine at adopted sites.
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