In a meeting held on the eve of the monsoon session of the State Legislature, the Cabinet cleared the policy which the government said would be an added income to farmers and also an enjoyable experience to tourists.
“Our department is thankful to the Cabinet for having approved this formally. This policy will be an enabler for those looking to travel, enjoy the rustic outdoors, spend time on farms, and indulge in eco-friendly tourism, organic local flavours, and seasonal fruit picking,” he said.
Rural development through agro-tourism, ensuring market to agricultural produce, encouraging agriculture-related businesses, providing employment to young women from rural areas, organising exhibitions of folk art and traditions, and providing an experience of pollution-free and nature-friendly atmosphere are few of the objectives of the said policy.
