TOURISM - Tourism declared as an ‘Industry’ – Orders – Issued.

ORDER :

The Government have, after careful consideration, already decided in principle to declare Tourism as an ‘Industry’ for the purpose of considering Tourism ventures as eligible for suitable concessions as Industry. These concessions will contribute to the cause of Tourism promotion and consequent uplift of the economic conditions of the people, especially the weaker section who can benefit from the promotion of Tourism in their areas.

2) In pursuance of this policy, the Government declare Tourism as an ‘Industry’ and now constitute a Committee with the Commissioner and Secretary to Government (Tourism) as Chairman and the following as Members :-

1. Director of Tourism
2. Chairman of Tamilnadu Tourism Development Corporation, or his nominee
3. Commissioner & Secretary to Government, Transport Department or his nominee
4. Commissioner & Secretary to Government, Industries Department or his nominee
5. Commissioner & Secretary to Government, Public Works Dept. or his nominee
6. Commissioner & Secretary to Government, Finance Department or his nominee

to examine the cases and recommend for assistance, both general and specific, in matters relating to preparation of project reports, investment subsidy, training assistance, loan and interest assistance, concessions in electricity and water charges and taxes, concession in allotment of land, consideration of joint ventures with the Tamilnadu Tourism Development Corporation, and such related measures.

(BY ORDER OF THE GOVERNOR)

R. KIRUBHAKARAN,

Commissioner & Secretary to Government

(Ex-Officio)