Archive · 12 Aug 2025
India Aims for $3 Trillion Tourism Economy by 2047
India wants its tourism industry to become a huge part of the economy by 2047, aiming for a $3 trillion value.
This means tourism would make up 10% of the country's total money.
They want to create a lot of jobs and be one of the top tourism spots in the world.
They hope many more people will travel within India and that they will earn a lot more money from tourists visiting the country.
India aims for a $3 trillion tourism economy by 2047.
Tourism could contribute 10% to a projected $30 trillion GDP.
The sector should create 20 crore jobs and rank among the top five.
Domestic tourism is targeted to increase to 20 billion visits annually.
Foreign exchange earnings are targeted to reach $400 billion.
- Who
- Federation of Associations in Tourism and Hospitality (FAITH)
- What
- India's tourism industry targets significant growth by 2047.
- When
- By 2047
- Where
- India
- Why
- To boost economic growth, create jobs, and increase tourism revenue.
- Target Economy Size (2047)
- $3 trillion
- GDP Contribution Target
- 10%
- Job Creation Target
- 20 crore
- Domestic Tourism Target
- 20 billion visits annually
- Foreign Exchange Earnings Target
- $400 billion
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