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Jharkhand to Establish Tourism Authority for Better Civic Amenities at Major Destinations, Rural Economy Boost Anticipated

The Jharkhand government will establish a dedicated tourism authority to provide civic amenities at major rural tourist destinations
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Jharkhand, known for its natural beauty, is now set to strengthen its tourism ecosystem with better civic infrastructure. While the state’s mountains, rivers, forests, lakes and waterfalls attract thousands of visitors every year, the lack of proper civic facilities has often hindered the tourist experience. For the first time since the formation of the state, the government has taken a structured initiative to address these challenges.

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Jharkhand Tourism Area Authority to be formed

The Hemant Soren-led government has approved the Jharkhand Tourism Development and Registration Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 in the cabinet meeting held on September 2. The amendment, expected to be presented in the next Assembly session, paves the way for the creation of the Jharkhand Tourism Area Authority. The authority will manage and provide civic amenities at grade-A tourist destinations located outside the jurisdiction of urban local bodies.

The list of grade-A destinations includes Netarhat, Rajrappa, Patratu and Madhuban – some of the state’s most popular attractions. By providing structured facilities, the government aims to increase the satisfaction of visitors while ensuring better revenue generation for the state.

Focus on rural tourism development

Most of Jharkhand’s prime tourist destinations fall under rural blocks where the responsibility of maintenance lies with the Block Development Officer (BDO) or Circle Officer (CO). Due to the distance from block headquarters, proper monitoring has been a challenge. The new authority will resolve this gap by placing accountability at the local level.

For instance, Netarhat, famous for its sunrise and sunset views, witnesses a large number of tourists daily from Jharkhand, West Bengal and Bihar. With hotels flourishing in the area, civic challenges like garbage management, street lighting and encroachment removal have grown. The proposed authority, led by the Deputy Commissioner with a dedicated team, will directly address such issues.

Empowering the authority with urban-level powers

As per departmental sources, the upcoming authority will have powers similar to those under the Jharkhand Municipality Act, 2011. It will be empowered to remove encroachments, impose taxes in lieu of services, and ensure proper civic amenities at tourist spots. This will help transform Jharkhand’s rural destinations into well-managed hubs of tourism.

The move is expected to not only improve the tourist experience but also strengthen the state’s position as a prominent eco-tourism destination in India.

Also Read: Jharkhand Govt Clears 66 Proposals Under CM Hemant Soren, Honours Shibu Soren’s Legacy & Allocates Residence to Wife Roopi Soren


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