WION World Pulse | 'India's ancient wisdom is the most relevant in today's world': Tourism and Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

Speaking at the WION World Pulse Summit in New Delhi on Wednesday (Mar 18), India's Minister of Tourism and Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat presented a visual landscape of the nation. He highlighted the country’s rich history and culture, which have remained rooted yet grown over the years. The country attracts tourists from across the globe. In his address, he noted, “When one travels to India, one does not merely see the landscape or the natural beauty but encounters layers of history and diverse culture.”

Shekhawat also mentioned the country's diversity, from the ghats of Varanasi to the deserts of Rajasthan, from the temples of the south to the monasteries of the Himalayas. India offers journeys that are not just outward but inward.

“Our vision is to position India as a global hub for cultural, spiritual and wellness tourism. India is the most diverse country in the world when it comes to culture, cuisine, craft and geographical landscape,” Shekhawat added.

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