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    Identification of Tourism Circuits acrossIndia

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    Table of Contents

    1. Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 1

    1.1 Assignment Brief .................................................................................................................... 1

    1.2 Objectives of the Study ........................................................................................................... 1

    1.3 Approach and Methodology.................................................................................................... 1

    1.4 Key Findings ........................................................................................................................... 3

    1.5 Structure of the Report ............................................................................................................ 5

    2.

    Brief of the State ............................................................................................................................. 6

    2.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 6

    2.2 Tourism in the State ................................................................................................................ 7

    3. Initial Screening of the Circuits .................................................................................................... 13

    3.1 Based on Secondary Research .............................................................................................. 13

    3.2 Key Parameters ..................................................................................................................... 13

    4. Stakeholder Consultations............................................................................................................. 15

    4.1 State Government .................................................................................................................. 15

    4.2 State Level Consultation ....................................................................................................... 15

    4.3 National Level Consultation ................................................................................................. 16

    4.4 Ranked List of Circuits ......................................................................................................... 16

    4 5 Carrying Capacity Analysis 17

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    List of Tables

    Table 1: Tourist Arrival Data and Growth Rate...................................................................................... 7

    Table 2: Tourism Circuits listed by Department of Tourism, Government of Uttar Pradesh, 2011 ....... 8

    Table 3: Tourist Accommodation in the State ...................................................................................... 11

    Table 4: Stakeholders in State Level Consultation ............................................................................... 15

    Table 5: Stakeholders in National Level Consultation ......................................................................... 16

    Table 6: UDPFI Density Limits ............................................................................................................ 19

    Table 7: Physical and Ecological Indicators ......................................................................................... 20

    Table 8: Social and Demographic Indicators ........................................................................................ 21

    Table 9: Political Economic Indicators ................................................................................................. 21

    Table 10: Evaluation Criterion for Physical and Ecological Indicators ................................................ 22

    Table 11: Carrying Capacity Assessment for Destinations in Priority Circuit ..................................... 22

    Table 12: Identified Projects, Block Cost Estimate, Implementation and Funding .............................. 31

    Table 13: PPP Bifurcation of the Proposed Projects ............................................................................. 34

    Table 14: Expected Employment Generation ....................................................................................... 35

    List of Figures

    Fig re 1: St d Methodolog 2

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    1. Introduction1.1 Assignment BriefIL&FS Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (IL&FS IDC) appointed as the National Level

    Consultant (NLC) by Ministry of Tourism, is in the process of identifying tourism circuits across all

    the States and UTs (except North-East). These circuits are proposed to be developed during the 12th

    Plan, in an integrated manner with Central Financial Assistance and appropriate involvement of State

    Governments and private sector. For the first phase, the process has been started with the selection ofexisting/new tourist circuits (4 in each state and 2 in Union Territories). These circuits have been

    structured considering the length, duration and connectivity.

    After the identification and prioritisation of these circuits in Phase I, the next step is to identify the

    basic and tourism related infrastructural and promotional needs of the identified circuits, which are to

    be implemented on priority basis, along with the tentative cost estimates. These projects should be

    related to development of basic as well as tourism related infrastructure. Thereafter, Detailed Project

    Reports (DPRs) will be prepared by the State Level Consultant for the projects identified along with

    their financial projections.

    1.2 Objectives of the StudyTh bj ti f th t t d

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    Initial Screening of Tourist

    Circuits

    Short listing of the Circuits

    Carrying Capacity Assessment

    Identified Circuits along with

    Priority Circuit

    Detailed Infrastructure Gap

    Assessment

    Discussion with Department ofTourism, representatives ofTravel & Tourism Industry and

    other stakeholders

    Secondary Research

    Potential Popularity

    Connectivity

    Parameters

    Transport, Roads condition,

    Access to modes of transportation,Utilities, Accommodation, Way

    side amenities, Management of

    tourist attractions

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    Thereafter, detailed infrastructure assessment of the priority circuit is undertaken. The objective of the

    said assessment is to understand the significance of the mentioned sites from a tourist perspective and

    to map the availability of basic and tourism related-infrastructure. Typical infrastructure being

    demanded includes facilities at entry-exit points, accommodation, way-side amenities, physical &

    social infrastructure, public utilities as well as health & security. This assessment is based on

    reconnaissance survey done along the route, wayside and on site of the priority circuit. Following

    infrastructure has been examined to assess the requirements and deficiencies:

    1) Modes of Transport- airways, roadways and railways and access thereto

    2) Road network

    3) Utilities-power, water facility, etc

    4) Accommodation

    5) Way side amenities

    6) Maintenance and management of built heritage/tourist attractions

    On the basis of reconnaissance survey, discussions with local community and other stakeholders, gaps

    have been identified. Based on these gaps as well as site potential, sustainable projects have been

    proposed along with the indicative block costs. These projects proposed are intended to achieve the

    following two objectives:

    1) P d t d ti iti d ill tt t th t i t i fl d ill h ld th t i t i th

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    b) Gokul and NandgaonThese places can also be promoted with the help of required interventions such as landscaping,

    signages, public conveniences etc.

    c) VrindavanThe major improvements required in the Vrindavan Parikrama Marg are in terms of street light,

    signages, parking facilities, drinking water and public conveniences.

    d) GovardhanGovardhan requires specific improvement in terms of street lighting along Parikrama Marg as well as

    restoration of kunds.

    e) BarsanaThere are nearly 200 steps and steep climb to reach Radha Rani temple which is tiring. Hence, there is

    a scope of other mode/alternative to the existing situation.2) Agraa) Monuments within Agra CityParking at heritage destinations such as Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Sikandra needs to be enhanced as they

    are facing serious problem primarily due to lack of land availability. In case of Taj, extension in the

    existing parking space is required. There is also a need to provide Tourist Information Centres are

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    tourists drive up to the dargah and hence, create related issues, including pollution. There is also need

    of Tourist Information centre at the entrance wherein tourist can get a fair idea about what all places

    to visit, how to reach, from where to start etc.

    1.5 Structure of the ReportThe present report, which covers the priority circuit of Uttar Pradesh, has been divided into following

    sections:

    Chapter 1: Introduction: This chapter provides the rationale behind the assignment, aims and

    key objectives of the study followed by approach and methodology adopted for the same.

    Chapter 2: Brief on the State: This section of the report focuses on the profile of the state,

    especially in terms of infrastructure, tourism trends and key spots/sites.

    Chapter 3:Initial Screening of the Circuits: This chapter is followed by sections explaining the

    process of initial screening/short listing of tourism circuits which is largely based on key

    parameters like tourist profile, carrying capacity, safety and sustainability, respectively.

    Chapter 4: Stakeholders Consultations and Selection of Tourist Circuits: This chapter

    provides information on the Stakeholder consultations done at Centre as well as State level and

    along with their respective outcome. The latter sections in this chapter also focus on the carrying

    capacity analysis done for the tourist circuits.

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    2. Brief of the State2.1 IntroductionUttar Pradesh, a state in northern India, is bestowed with a variety of geographical land and cultural

    diversities. The state is one of the most ancient cradles of Indian culture and lies largely in the plains

    formed by the Ganges and Yamuna rivers. The region was the setting of two great Sanskrit epics, the

    Mahabharata and Ramayana, and the scene of the rise ofBuddhism after the 6th century BC.

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    The economy of the state is largely based on agriculture and agro-processing industries. According to

    the estimates available (2008-09), the share of the secondary sector in GSDP was 24.9 per cent and its

    growth was driven by manufacturing. On the other side, the tertiary sectors share was 46.1 per cent,

    hotels and restaurantsthe largest sub-group of the sectorregistered a growth of 15.2 per cent over

    the previous year.

    2.2 Tourism in the StateUttar Pradesh has possibly one of the largest numbers of tourist-worthy spots in any State in India.The state is not only important for the domestic tourist, it is also famed for being on the World Tourist

    Map owing to the presence of the Taj Mahal, considered to be one of the Wonders of the World as

    well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Additionally, it draws a large number of tourists to a host of

    other locations for religious purposes, heritage monuments, historical importance, or wildlife as well

    as its proximity to other important tourist destination states like Rajasthan, Delhi and Uttaranchal

    provides it a competitive advantage.

    2.2.1 Trends in Tourist ArrivalsAs per recently published statistics available from Ministry of Tourism, in 2010, Uttar Pradesh

    contributed 19.6% and 9.4% of domestic and foreign tourist arrivals in the country2. Based on these

    numbers, U.P was ranked number 2 in terms of domestic tourist arrivals while in terms of foreign

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    Development Corporation (UPSTDC) was established and which is now the nodal agency to look

    after the commercial activities which are a part of development of tourism.

    2.2.3 Available Destinations and CircuitsUttar Pradesh offers a huge range of destinations and activities to the potential tourist comprising

    historical cities, wildlife sanctuaries, pilgrim centers and adventure destinations. Department of

    Tourism, Uttar Pradesh has identified some tourist circuits for the purpose of tourist infrastructure

    development that have listed as below:

    Table 2: Tourism Circuits listed by Department of Tourism, Government of Uttar Pradesh, 2011

    S.No Tourism Circuit Destinations

    1 Agra Braj Circuit Agra, Mathura, Vrindavan, Fatehpur Sikri, Soor Sarovar, Chambal

    2 Buddhist Circuit Kapilavastu, Sarnath, Varanasi, Sravasti, Sankisa, Kaushambi, Kushinagar,

    Lumbini, Bodhgaya

    3 Bundelkhand Circuit Jhansi, Mahoba, Kakramath, Kalinjar, Deogarh, Samthar, Datia, Khajuraho,

    Chanderi, Baruasagar, Orchha

    4 AwadhAyodhya

    Circuit

    Lucknow, Kukrail, Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary, Ayodhya, Naimisharnya,

    Devasharif, Bithoor

    5 Varanasi &

    Vindhyachal Circuit

    Varanasi, Vindhyachal, Ramnagar, Chunar, Allahabad, Kaimoor Wild Life

    Sanctuary, Chandra prabha Wild Life Sanctuary

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    2.2.4 Tourist Infrastructure and Accommodation1) Connectivitya) RoadwaysUttar Pradesh is well connected to its nine neighbouring states and other parts of India through 42

    National Highways which accounts for 9.6 percent of the total National Highway network in India.

    While the length of total National Highways is 6,774kms, the length of State Highways and District

    roads is 9,097 and 105,980, respectively3. The Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation

    (UPSRTC) is the key agency to provide an economical, reliable and comfortable transport in the state

    with connecting services to adjoining states.

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    Figure 5: Locations of airports in the State (Source: www.ibef.org)

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    As evident from the Table 3, following observations can be made:

    1) Carrying capacity of the tourist cities/destinations in the state have increased in 2010 terms of

    hotel accommodation, especially, in 5star and 3 Star hotels categories.

    2) There are some hotel categories that have no presence in UP, for instance, Time Share Resorts.

    Similarly, inspite of possessing many heritage properties, there is only 2 heritage-rated hotel in all

    of UP.

    3) Major increase can be observed in the Silver and Gold category accommodation.

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    3. Initial Screening of the Circuits3.1 Based on Secondary ResearchOn the basis of desktop research, informal interaction with the local members of travel and tour

    industry in the state as well as State Tourism Development Corporation, following circuits were

    identified:

    1) Delhi-Mathura-Agra-Jaipur

    2) Allahabad-Chitrakoot-Vindhachal-Varanasi

    3) Delhi - Lucknow - Sravasti - Kushinagar - Patna - Rajgir - BodhgayaVaranasi

    4) Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Kathmandu - Pokhara - Nagarkot - Kathmandu -

    Delhi

    3.2 Key Parameters1) Tourist ProfileType of tourists visiting a destination depends on the nature of destination. They can be broadly

    categorized into domestic and international tourists. This further affects the physical and socio-

    economic development of a destination as spending patterns determines the related multiplier effects.

    It also governs the type and scale of infrastructure required.

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    has been done by comparing the total density with the city density norms for small, medium and large

    town / cities set by Urban Development Plan Formulation and Implementation Guidelines (UDPFI).

    Only such places have been considered that can offer a sustainable value proposition to the tourists

    such that when tourism products are offered in those places, they can be maintained as well.

    3) Travel and TourGenerally, tour operators organize trips in such a way that only popular sites can be covered in a given

    period of time which, consequently, creates more pressure on such destinations. Therefore, while

    selecting the circuits, attempts have been made to promote the sites situated around these popular

    destinations which are relatively less developed. These sites will be promoted by providing adequate

    tourist infrastructure and basic amenities.

    4) SafetyTourist safety has been considered and attempts have been made not to incorporate any suchdestination which is adversely affected in terms of law and order.

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    4. Stakeholder Consultations4.1 State GovernmentConsidering the given mandate, a meeting was held on September1, 2011 in the Chamber of Secretary

    Tourism between Secretary (GoUP) and representatives of IL&FS IDC for assisting in identifying

    tourism projects during 12th

    Five Year Plan. During the meeting, following identified tourist circuits

    (listed as per priority) was discussed:

    1) Braj Circuit: Agra, Mathura, Vrindavan, Fatehpur Sikri, Soor Sarovar, Chambal.

    2) Buddhist Circuit: Kapilavastu, Sarnath, Varanasi, Sravasti, Sankisa, Kaushambi, Kushinagar,

    Lumbini, Bodhgaya.

    3) Varanasi Circuit: Varanasi, Vindhyachal, Ramnagar, Chunar, Allahabad, Kaimoor Wildlife

    Sanctuary, Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary

    4) Bundelkhand Circuit: Jhansi, Mahoba, Kakramath, Kalinjar, Deogarh, Samthar, Datia,Khajuraho, Chanderi, Baruasagar, Orchha

    Apart from this, location/sites with sufficient land parcel available with the department (Mathura,

    Greater Noida and Varanasi) were also discussed as a part of development of Tourism Park.

    4.2 State Level Consultationh

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    S.

    No

    Stakeholders Designation Location

    11 Mr. V.P Singh Assistant

    12 Mr. Girish ICD Mathura

    13 Mr. A.K Garg P.W.D

    14 Mr. A.K Tiwari Jaypee Associate

    15 Mr. S.S Johri Water Work Engineer, N.P.P Mathura

    16 Mr. J.S U.P Jal Nigam

    17 Mr. Rakesh MVDA

    4.3 National Level ConsultationDuring the National-level Stakeholder consultation conducted by the Ministry of Tourism,

    recommendations were made that Delhi-Agra-Braj circuit should remain the first priority circuit 7.

    Suggestions were also there to add Varanasi with the Buddhist circuits of Bihar. Even a new circuit

    can be created which will comprise Agra-Khajuraho-Varanasi.

    Table 5: Stakeholders in National Level Consultation

    S.No Stakeholders Designation Organization Location

    1 Sh i Bh Bh h Di H l A i i f I di N D lhi

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    3) Awadh-Ayodhya Ciruit

    4) Allahabad-Varanasi Circuit

    The consecutive chapter will be more focussed on the detailed description of the destinations covered

    during site visit, detailed infrastructure status and related observations. The priority circuit i.e., Braj-

    Agra Circuit comprises Agra and Mathura as their main entry-exit points, primarily due to its

    connectivity with major urban centres as well as tourist destinations like New Delhi, Jaipur, Lucknow,

    Allahabad etc. It comprises 8 destinations named as under:

    1) Mathura

    2) Gokul

    3) Vrindavan

    4) Govardhan

    5) Barsana

    6) Nandgaon7) Agra

    8) Fatehpur Sikri

    4.5 Carrying Capacity AnalysisTourism carrying capacityis defined as the maximum number of people that may visit the tourist

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    destinations/circuits would translate into improvements in the socio-demographic and political-

    economic conditions of these places.

    Figure 6: Methodology for Carrying Capacity Analysis

    The methodology for evaluating the available carrying capacity for the tourist destinations of the

    circuit is illustrated in Figure 6 and is described below:

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    c) Foreign Tourist Density (FT): This was derived as follows:Step 1.Foreign Tourist Arrival (TF): Foreign tourist arrivals during peak season (days) was

    determined

    Step 2.Tourist stay days in peak seasons (TFSP): Foreign tourist arrival was multiplied byaverage number of day of stay for tourist at that tourist town.

    TFSP = TF * Stay Average Days

    Step 3.Average number of tourist staying per day during peak season (FSP): This wasevaluated by dividing the number of tourist stay days per season by the number of days

    comprising the peak season.

    FSP = Stay Average Days / Days Peak Season

    Step 4.Foreign Tourist Density:This was evaluated by diving Average number of touriststaying per day during peak season by area of tourist town in hectares.

    FT=PS / Area

    Aggregate Peak Density (APD) =Resident Population Density +Domestic Tourist Density +Foreign

    Tourist Density

    APD =RP+ DT+ FT

    Existing Load (LEXISTING) =Aggregate Peak Density *Area of the town

    LEXISTING APD * A

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    Normalizing Density ()

    Normalizing density is evaluated as follows:

    i. Sites were evaluated on a normalizing index (Ni) of range -10 to +10

    Negative Indices were adopted for sites where densities were to be allowed on a conservative

    scale (i.e. for example places which are ecologically sensitive). Positive Indices were adopted

    for sites where densities were to be allowed at higher values than prevailing such as

    pilgrimage towns etc.

    ii. The values of the indices were evaluated based on a qualitative assessment with respect to the

    Physical Ecological indicators. The indicators that were assessed for the category wise

    tourist places are summarized in Table 7.

    Table 7: Physical and Ecological Indicators

    PhysicalEcological

    Indicators

    Thematic Areas

    Coastal

    A

    Islands Protected

    A

    Rural

    A

    Mountain Urban,

    i i

    Pilgrimage

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    reference was made to the capacity norms cited by World Tourism Organization WTO (Inskeep,

    1991). The upper limit was established by determining the densities for saturated tourist towns.)

    The Normalizing index (Ni) was evaluated as follows: Each of the applicable indicators for the

    corresponding thematic area (to which the tourist destination/circuits belong) were ranked on a scale

    of 0-10. The average of the indicators would give the value of the Normalizing index (Ni).

    Carrying Capacity Density (CCD) was calculated by summing up the Upper Limit of the relevant

    UDPFI density with the Normalizing Density.

    Carrying Capacity Density (CCD) = DUDPFI +

    Carrying Capacity (CC) was calculated by multiplying the carrying capacity density with the Area

    of the respective town in hectares.

    Carrying Capacity (CC) = CCD * Area of Town

    Available Capacity was finally evaluated by finding the difference between the Carrying Capacity of

    the tourist town and the Existing Load in the town.

    Table 8: Social and Demographic IndicatorsSocial Demographic Thematic Areas

    Available Capacity = Carrying Capacity (CC) - Existing Load (LEXISTING)

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    3) Remaining destinations are still growing and have not received the administrative status of city

    yet (presently they are Nagar Panchayats). Hence, they have potential for big investments due to

    land availability and tourist attractions.

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    5. Infrastructure Assessment in Braj-Agra CircuitAn assessment of tourism infrastructure between major tourist destinations has been done. Each of the

    destinations and their enroute stretches have been assessed and rated on a scale of A, B, C,D and E

    wherein, A denotes Very Good, B denotes Good, C denotes Fair, D denotes Bad and E denotes

    Very Bad. The infrastructure assessment sheets are presented as Annexure-I.

    Among the selected destinations, while Mathura, Gokul, Vrindavan, Govardhan, Barsana and

    Nandgaon are religious destinations, Agra and Fatehpur Sikri are important for heritage tourism. Abrief about these are given below:

    1) Braj RegionThe major tourist/pilgrim sites in this region include Brajbhoomi, Braj Parikrama, Gokul, Govardhan

    (26kms from Vrindavan), Barsana (25kms from Vrindavan), Nandgoan and ISKCON Temple. There

    are various temples, ghats and kunds in these destinations which are of mythological and cultural

    importance of which Mathura forms the nucleus. These settlements are an integral part of Braj

    Mandal Parikrama Chakra. Major components of each site have been discussed below:

    a) Mathura

    This destination comprises kunds, ghats and temples. All these are a part of Mathura Parikrama

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    It is the birthplace of Radhaji, situated 21 Kms. to the north of Govardhan. It is connected with a

    regular bus service from Mathura to Barsana via Kosi & Govardhan8.

    f) Nandgaon

    At the foot of a hill 51 km north-east of Mathura is situated the venerable village of Nandgaon. It

    is known as the home of Lord Krishna's foster father Nand, in whose memory a temple is erected

    on a hill.

    According to a pilot survey initiated by Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, the total visitors in

    the Braj region for the period of 2005-06 were 60.8 lakhs, which accounts for 34.2% of the total

    tourism of the state9. Since, the tourist arrival will be restricted to certain occasions; estimation for the

    required infrastructural proposals will be done accordingly.

    2) Agra and Fatehpur SikriThere are more than 200 historical buildings in and around Agra which are centers of tourists

    attraction for both domestic and foreign. Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Itmad-ud-Daulah,

    Akbar's Tomb (Sikandra), Jama Masjid, Chini ka Rauza, Ram Bagh and Keetham Lake are important.

    Fatehpur Sikri is also an integral part of this circuit, located at a distance of 37 km from the city which

    includes Jama Masjid, Tomb of Shaikh Salim Chisti, Palace of Jodha Bai, Birbal Bhawan, Karawan

    Serai and Hiran Minar, Panch Mahal and Diwan-e-Khas.

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    1) Braj Regiona) Mathura Pedestrian Walkability

    Since, the Parikrama Marg is a mix of different types of road segments and land uses (gullies,

    commercial area etc), it does not possess the character of a heritage trail. The roads are also

    characterized by mixed traffic conditions as well as designated segregated vehicular movement,

    hence, makes this area is more vulnerable to accidents.

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    h) GovardhanGovardhan requires specific improvement in terms of street lighting along Parikrama Marg as well as

    restoration of kunds.

    i) BarsanaThere are nearly 200 steps and steep climb to reach Radha Rani temple which is tiring. Presently,

    people take assistant of small palanquin carriers which is quite costly at a time. Hence, there is a

    scope of other mode/alternative to the existing situation.

    2) Agraa) Monuments within Agra City Parking at heritage destinations Parking availability for tourist vehicles is a major problem. Sites with high tourist inflow such as

    Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Sikandra are facing serious problem primarily due to lack of land

    availability. In case of Taj, extension in the existing parking space is required.

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    Promotional IssuesThere is a need to promote few lesser-known monuments that are located near the main

    attractions but still deprived tourist attention. After the conservation of these monuments, they can

    also be clubbed in the list of must see sites.

    According to Tourist officer, Department of Tourism, Agra, people mostly come to see Taj

    (Agra); they visit Fatehpur Sikri and leave for their respective destinations. Hence, there is a need

    to promote lesser known monuments amongst tourists. There is also a need to develop some good

    shopping places/activities by utilizing locally available resources so that tourist stays back at least

    for a day (night halt).

    Infrastructure improvement at lesser known monumentsBasic facilities are required at lesser-known monuments such as Itmad-ud-Daulah, Chini-ka-

    Rauza and Chauburji. Restoration of these monuments is also required.

    Lack of basic infrastructure facilities for tourists at destinationsTo facilitate tourist in the city, Tourist Information Centres (TICs) are required at few locations.

    Facility of safe drinking water is also required.

    Fatehpur SikriFatehpur Sikri requires high attention on basic facilities and issues rather than tourist related

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    Figure 11: Condition of Amenities Available for Tourists

    o Unavailability of drinking water facility is another drawback in the development of this

    destination. Though there are projects at city level for providing water supply in this region

    but still it is a major issue here. Though RO water facility has been provided onsite, restricted

    water supply makes them inefficient.

    o Continuous Power Supply (available only for 3-4 hours) is an important issue. Presently,

    Tourist complex (accommodation) is powered by invertors while Archeological Survey of

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    Projects Indicative Cost

    (in Cr.)

    Implementing

    Agency

    Mode of

    funding

    Existing Schemes

    Museum 2.5 ASI Public Scheme for FinancialAssistance for

    `Setting Up,

    Promotion &

    Strengthening of

    Regional and LocalMuseums, Ministry

    of Culture, GoI

    Upgradation of Existing

    Underutilized TouristFacilitation Centre

    (additional facilities like

    tourist information office,

    internet caf, lounge,

    better security services,

    viewing gallery, good

    restaurant, ATM, Forex

    and medicine shop)

    2.5 UPSTDC PPP MoT/ State Govt

    Solid Waste Management(form entry point tomonument and

    surrounding area

    0.2 AgraDevelopment

    Authority

    (ADA)

    Public MoT/ State Govt

    Permanent barrier (check

    post) near Entrance of

    facilitation centre to

    restrict vehicles

    0.2 PWD/ADA Public MoT/ State Govt

    Signages (along route 0.2 ADA Public MoT/ State Govt

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    Proposed Breakup of Investments:

    Public Sector : 167.21 CroresPublic Private Partnership : 84.25 Crores

    Table 13: PPP Bifurcation of the Proposed Projects

    Projects Indicative

    Cost (in

    Cr.)

    Mode of

    funding

    Public

    Funds

    Private

    Investment

    Vrindavan Theme Park across river Yamuna

    (PPP)

    10 PPP 2.5 7.5

    Govardhan Development of Parking 10 PPP 2 8

    Resurfacing of 26km road stretch

    form Chatikara (Vrindavan) to

    Radha Kund

    13 PPP 2.6 10.4

    Resurfacing of 11km road stretch

    between Goverdhan to Barsana

    5 PPP 1 4

    Agra Upgradation of PublicConveniences at Shilpgram

    1 PPP 0.25 0.75

    Parking at western gate of Taj

    (Basement- for approx. 300 cars)

    10 PPP 2 8

    Organized Parking Facility at

    Agra Fort

    5 PPP 1 4

    Organized Parking at Itmad-ud-

    Daulah

    3 PPP 0.6 2.4

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    Table 14: Expected Employment Generation

    Location Expected Employment GenerationMathura 42900

    Gokul 11700

    Vrindavan 50700

    Govardhan 21840

    Agra 42564.6

    Fathepur Sikri 26434.2

    Total Expected Employment Generation 196138.8

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    AnnexureI: Tourist Infrastructure Assessment of Priority Circuit in Uttar Pradesh

    Route New Delhi to Mathura New Delhi to Mathura New Delhi to Mathura

    Destination Mathura Kunds Mathura Ghats Mathura Temples

    Enroute/Onsite Parameters Components Rating Remarks Rating Remarks Rating Remarks

    Enroute Distance in km - - - - -

    Enroute Approach Road Quality (A-E) D

    -

    D

    -

    C

    -

    Type of Road (metalled,unmetalled) Metalled Metalled Metalled

    Typology (NH/SH/ MDR) MDR MDR MDR

    Lanes 2 2 2

    Riding Quality (A-E) D D C

    Enroute Transport Modes Used by tourists Private Vehicles,Buses

    -

    Private Vehicles,Buses

    -

    Private Vehicles,Buses

    -(more specific to transport

    access to tourist destinations

    from various parts of city)

    Availability (A-E)

    - - -

    Enroute Wayside Amenities Restaurants availability D - C Small food stalls are available C Small food stalls are

    available

    Petrol Pump/ Service Centre

    availability

    C - C - C -

    Public Convenience

    availability

    C - C - C -

    Enroute Direction Signages

    (Inside the city to directing

    the tourist destinations)

    Sufficiency (A-E) E - E - E

    Rudimentary signages(written on walls) Need to

    improve

    Languages Hindi Need to increase Hindi Rudimentary signages (written onwalls) Need to improve

    Hindi

    On Site Land Ownership of the Site Government/ Private - Government/ Private - Government/

    Private

    -

    City/Town Accommodation Type Budget hotelsDharamshalas etc

    -

    Budget hotelsDharamshalas etc

    - -Capacity N.A N.A

    Bed Occupancy N.A N.A

    Sufficiency (A-E) C C

    On Site Drinking Water facility Availability (A-E) D

    -

    D

    -

    D

    -Quality(A-E) D D D

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    Route New Delhi to Mathura New Delhi to Mathura New Delhi to Mathura

    Destination Mathura Kunds Mathura Ghats Mathura Temples

    Enroute/Onsite Parameters Components Rating Remarks Rating Remarks Rating Remarks

    On Site Solid Waste Management A-E D - D - D -

    On Site Electricity Supply (AC, Gen) AC - AC - AC -

    On Site Parking Sufficiency (A-E) E

    -

    E

    -

    E

    -

    Availability of Land for

    future parking

    D D D

    Area of this land (approx) N.A N.A N.A

    On Site/or in

    City

    Tourist Information Centers Available(Y/N) N - N

    -

    N

    -Quality (A-E) - - - -

    Trained Guides Availability (A-E) D - D D

    On Site Information Signages Sufficiency (A-E) D Required both in Hindi and

    English

    D Required both in Hindi and

    English

    D Required both in Hindi and

    EnglishLanguages Hindi - Hindi Hindi

    On Site Seating/ Resting Sufficiency (A-E) D Required D Required D Required

    Quality (A-E) D D D

    On Site Public Convenience Availability (A-E) D Required D Required D Required

    On Site Shops/ Kiosks Sufficiency (A-E) C - C -

    -

    C -

    Quality (A-E) C - C C -

    On Site Street Lighting Sufficiency (A-E) D - D

    -

    D

    -Quality (A-E) C - C C

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    Route Mathura to Govardhan Govardhan to Barsana Barsana to Nandgaon

    Destination Parikrama Marg Barsana (Radha-Rani Temple) Nandgaon

    Enroute/

    Onsite

    Parameters Components Rating Remarks Rating Remarks Rating Remarks

    Enroute Distance in km 23km - 21km 7km -

    Enroute Approach Road Quality (A-E) C Initial 2-3kms stretch from

    Mathura to Govardhan

    (diversion) is in bad conditiondue to heavy traffic and market.

    E Road condition is pathetic and

    requires resurfacing. Whole stretch

    passes through villages and,therefore, has rural character.

    C

    -

    Type of Road (metalled,unmetalled)

    Metalled Metalled Metalled

    Typology (NH/SH/

    MDR)

    MDR MDR MDR

    Lanes 2 2 2

    Riding Quality (A-E) D E D

    Enroute Transport (more specific to

    transport access to tourist

    destinations from various

    parts of city)

    Modes Used by tourists Private vehicles Private vehicles/State tourismbuses drop at Bus stand.

    Tourists have to arrange vehicle

    from there or else rely on localmodes.

    Private vehicle This road is majorly used duringfestive seasons and religious

    occasions. Whole stretch has rural

    character.

    Private vehicle

    -

    Availability (A-E) - - -

    Enroute Wayside Amenities Restaurants availability C - E None of these facilities are available E -

    Petrol Pump/ Service

    Centre availability

    D - E E -

    Public Convenience

    availability

    D - E E -

    Enroute Direction Signages (Inside the

    city to directing the tourist

    destinations)

    Sufficiency (A-E) C Mainly milestones are thereshowing distances

    D Mainly milestones are there showingdistances.

    C

    -Languages Hindi, English Hindi, English Hindi, English

    On Site Land ownership of the Site Government/Private - Government/

    Private

    - Government/

    Private

    -

    City/Town Accommodation Type Hotel/resorts Few hotel/resorts available

    between Mathura Govardhanroute.

    Ashrams Accommodation facility is almost

    absent as people generally doesntstay at Barsana.

    - Not applicable as tourist do esnt

    stay here and people only come tosee the place where Lord Krishna

    spent his childhood

    Capacity N.A -

    Bed Occupancy N.A -

    Sufficiency (A-E) N.A -

    On Site Drinking Water facility Availability (A-E) C Packed water bottles areavailable.

    C Packed water bottles are available. D Packed water bottles areavailable.

    Quality(A-E) C C D

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    Route Mathura to Agra Agra City (Taj Mahal to Agra Fort) Agra City (Agra fort to BabyTaj)

    Destination Taj Mahal Agra Fort Itmad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj)

    Enroute/On

    site

    Parameters Components Rating Remarks Rating Remarks Rating Remarks

    Enroute Distance in km 58kms - 4kms - 2kms Congested route

    Enroute Approach Road Quality (A-E) B Connected to a major road from

    SH 62

    B Located at Yamuna Kinara Road B Congested route with heavy

    vehicular inflow

    Type of Road (metalled,unmetalled)

    Metalled Metalled Metalled

    Typology (NH/SH/

    MDR)

    SH 62 SH 62 NH 93

    Lanes 2 2 2

    Riding Quality (A-E) B B B

    Enroute Transport (more specific to

    transport access to tourist

    destinations from various

    parts of city)

    Modes Used by tourists UPSRTC buses, private

    vehicles

    Tourist buses are available in

    package tours. Private car/taxihiring for full day covering all

    city monuments is a generalpractice

    UPSRTC buses,

    private vehicles

    Tourist buses are available in

    package tours. Private car/taxihiring for full day covering all

    city monuments is a generalpractice

    Private vehicles It is among one of the lesser

    known monuments in the city

    Availability (A-E) C C C

    Enroute Wayside Amenities Restaurants availability B Since the destination is within thecity, all facilities are available

    nearby.

    C Distance between Taj and Fort isvery less and conveniences are

    available at both the sites

    D Situated at very short distancePetrol Pump/ Service

    Centre availability

    B C D

    Public Convenience

    availability

    D D D

    Enroute Direction Signages

    (Inside the city to directing

    the tourist destinations)

    Sufficiency (A-E) C Increase in number of signages is

    advisable.

    C Increase in number of signages is

    advisable.

    C

    -

    Languages Hindi, English Hindi, English Hindi, English

    On Site Land ownership of the Site Government - Government - Government -

    City/Town Accommodation Type Deluxe, 3 Star, 2Star,

    Budget hotel etc

    Good accommodation facility

    available within the city.Renowned hotel groups like

    Oberoi-Amarvilas, Trident etcare present in the city.

    Deluxe, 3 Star,

    2Star, Budgethotel etc

    Good accommodation facility

    available within the city.Renowned hotel groups like

    Oberoi-Amarvilas, Trident etc arepresent in the city.

    Deluxe, 3 Star, 2Star,

    Budget hotel etc

    Good accommodation facility

    available within the city.Renowned hotel groups like

    Oberoi-Amarvilas, Trident etc arepresent in the cityCapacity - - -

    Bed Occupancy 70-80% 70 -80% 70-80%

    Sufficiency (A-E) C C C

    On Site Drinking Water facility Availability (A-E) B Available on site both packed

    bottles as well as water taps with

    B Available on site both packed

    bottles as well as water taps with

    B RO water taps available on site

    Quality(A-E) B B B

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    Route Mathura to Agra Agra City (Taj Mahal to Agra Fort) Agra City (Agra fort to BabyTaj)

    Destination Taj Mahal Agra Fort Itmad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj)

    Enroute/On

    site

    Parameters Components Rating Remarks Rating Remarks Rating Remarks

    RO water facility RO water facility

    On Site Solid Waste Management A-E A Site maintained by ASI A - B Waste management outsidemonument is required. Open

    drains need to be cover-up

    On Site Electricity Supply (AC, Gen) AC - AC - AC -

    On Site Parking Sufficiency (A-E) B Needs to increase keeping futurerequirement. Land parcel is

    available at western gate whichcan be developed by Agra

    Development Authority (ADA)

    D No dedicated parking facilityavailable.

    D No dedicated parking facilityavailable due to problem of land

    availabilityAvailability of Land forfuture parking

    Defense Land at western

    gate

    No -

    Area of this land

    (approx)

    - - -

    On Site/ or

    in City

    Tourist Information

    Centers

    Available (Y/N) N TIC available only at Agra Cantt.

    Station and its condition is also

    not good.

    N TIC available only at Agra Cantt.

    Station and its condition is also

    not good. Need to provide at Tajor Fort for onsite assistance.

    TIC is available only at Agra

    Cantt. Station and its condition is

    also not good.Quality (A-E) - -

    Trained Guides Availability (A-E) - -

    On Site Information Signages Sufficiency (A-E) A Mostly in English A

    -

    D

    -Languages Hindi, English Hindi, English Hindi, English

    On Site Seating/ Resting Sufficiency (A-E) B Limited arrangement done and

    maintained by ASI

    B Limited arrangement done and

    maintained by ASI

    C

    -Quality (A-E) B B C

    On Site Public Convenience Availability (A-E) B Site maintained by ASI B Site maintained by ASI B Site maintained by ASI

    On Site Shops/ Kiosks Sufficiency (A-E) B Very costly due to high influx offoreign tourist

    B

    -

    C -

    Quality (A-E) A A C -

    On Site Street Lighting Sufficiency (A-E) B

    -

    B

    -

    C -

    Quality (A-E) B B C -

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    Route Mathura to Agra Agra City (Taj Mahal to Agra Fort) Agra City (Agra fort to BabyTaj)

    Destination Taj Mahal Agra Fort Itmad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj)

    Enroute/On

    site

    Parameters Components Rating Remarks Rating Remarks Rating Remarks

    On Site Drinking Water facility Availability (A-E) D It is a lesser known site,therefore, no proper

    arrangement

    D It is a lesser known site,therefore, no proper

    arrangement

    C Though RO plants available, regular watersupply is a major issue on site. Packaged

    drinking water is carried by tourists.Quality(A-E) D D C

    On Site Solid Waste Management A-E D No arrangement D No arrangement B Additional waste bins are required especiallyat entrance.

    On Site Electricity Supply (AC, Gen) AC - AC - AC Continuous power supply is a major issue

    onsite as it is available for only 3-4hours

    On Site Parking Sufficiency (A-E) D

    -

    D

    -

    C Currently, UPSTDC has made parking

    facility for tourist vehicles near entrance andrunning CNG buses till monument but it is

    not managed properly and not strictly

    followed by tourist, resulting inunauthorized development nearby.

    Availability of Land for

    future parking

    - - C

    Area of this land

    (approx)

    - - -

    On Site/ or

    in City

    Tourist Information

    Centers

    Available (Y/N) N TIC available only at Agra

    Cantt. Station and itscondition is also not good.

    N TIC available only at Agra

    Cantt. Station and itscondition is also not good.

    N Required TIC. Harassment of tourists by

    touts is a major issue right from toll tillmonument. This leaves a very wrongimpression amongst foreign (majorly) and

    domestic tourist.

    Quality (A-E) - - -

    Trained Guides Availability (A-E) - - C

    On Site Information Signages Sufficiency (A-E) D Required D Required B -

    Languages - - English, Urdu The information Signages are rusting andpeeled off. Some have also fallen off.

    On Site Seating/ Resting Sufficiency (A-E) D Monument under ASI, work inprogress

    D Monument under ASI. Needattention

    B Currently only open concrete benches areavailable. Shaded seating places are needed

    Quality (A-E) D D B

    On Site Public Convenience Availability (A-E) E - E - C Available at existing facilitation centre and

    inside monuments. It needs to be improved at

    facilitation centre itself as it suffers due tolack of basic infrastructure like regular water

    supply problem.

    On Site Shops/ Kiosks Sufficiency (A-E) D

    -

    D

    -

    C

    Quality (A-E) D D C

    On Site Street Lighting Sufficiency (A-E) D

    -

    D

    -

    B Many Street lights not functioning. Night

    illumination is interrupted due to power

    problem which needs to be improved.

    Illumination required at monuments.

    Quality (A-E)D D

    B