FAITH Unveiled ‘Tourism Vision 2047’ to Boost India’s Tourism Economy to USD 3 Trillion

Current Context: On 12 August 2025, the FAITH Conclave was held at Taj Palace, New Delhi, organized by the Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism & Hospitality (FAITH).

• It was chaired by Ajeet Bajaj, with keynotes from Puneet Chhatwal and senior government officials.
• The theme was “Indian Tourism – Invincible Spirit”, unveiling the Tourism Vision 2047 roadmap.
• The plan aims to grow India’s tourism economy to USD 3 trillion, contribute 10% to GDP, and create 200 million jobs.
• Highlights include 100 million inbound tourists, 20 billion domestic visits, and new circuits like battlefield tourism.
• FAITH proposed reforms like infrastructure status, inclusion in the Concurrent List, and adoption of Sustainable Tourism Criteria of India.
• A consolidated document will be submitted to the Prime Minister and Ministry of Tourism for national alignment.

Question:

Q.1 What was the theme of the Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism & Hospitality (FAITH) Conclave 2025?
a) Tourism for Tomorrow
b) Indian Tourism – Invincible Spirit
c) Sustainable Tourism 2047
d) Incredible India 2.0

Answer: b) The theme was “Indian Tourism – Invincible Spirit”, unveiling the Tourism Vision 2047 roadmap.