Centre to fund development of Sangrur and Faridkot in Punjab as tourist centres

Punjab’s Tourism and Culture Minister, Hira Singh Gabria has said that the Central government will fund the development of Sangrur and Faridkot towns of Punjab as tourist centres. The move to develop the two towns has come following a significant decision taken by the Union Tourism and Cultural Affairs Department, informed a UNI report. “A few crores will be spent to make both these towns, as well as surrounding areas centres of attraction for tourists. Our aim is to attract both domestic and foreign tourists,” said Gabria. Sangrur and Faridkot towns are around 100 and 230 kms respectively from Chandigarh.

Elaborating further, he said, 85 per cent of the required funds will be spent by the Central government and the remaining 15 per cent will be provided by the Punjab state government. “A Delhi-based consultancy firm will develop the towns and all formalities are being finalised. Our main focus will be on developing Religious, Cultural and Rural Tourism in the state. Our network of roads will help tourists reach these places,” added Gabria.