Balochistan govt launches seven projects to promote tourism

QUETTA: Chief Minister Balochistan Jam Kamal Khan has said that solid steps are being taken to uphold tourism and protect archeological sites in the province.

Chairing a meeting in Quetta to review the progress on development schemes related to the promotion of tourism and culture, he informed that the government laun­ch­ed seven projects to promote tourism in coastal areas of the province and work on these projects are in progress.

The Chief Minister said that promoting tourism, culture and art will reflect the positive image of the province. He further said, “Several new destinations have been explored for tourists in the province which is expected to strengthen the economic and social status of the local population.”

The tourism sector provided an impetus to economic development in rural areas, which was in dire need of economic activities, the chief minister added.

He said tourism not only helped in the empowerment of rural communities by generating employment and boosting trade but also enabled them to protect their heritage and allowed other people to experience their incredible cultures and traditions.

The Chief Minister instructed to establish offices at the divisional level to promote tourism. He also directed to take steps for registration and licensing of hotels and rest houses in the province.

The Secretary of Culture and Tourism briefed the meeting that the master planning is being done of Ziarat and Shaban valleys.

He also apprised the meeting about the progress made in the projects of the establishment of Beach Model Parks at Gaddani, Kund Malir, Ormara, Pasni and Gwadar.