The State Government on Friday announced a few schemes and projects for north Karnataka districts in the Budget proposals for 2022–23.
A set of measures that can boost monument-centric tourism has been announced. They include developing the Hampi–Badami- Vijayapura–Aihole–Pattadakal tourist circuit. There is, however, no budgetary allocation made for this. Steps to rejuvenate heritage forts in the cities of Bidar and Kalaburagi. Apart from this, the Statewide scheme of ‘Adopt a monument’ is expected to create some interest among heritage lovers in the region. The State will provide an incentive of ₹2,000 per month to 400 registered guides in tourist places. They will also be trained in communication skills.
District-specific schemes include setting up of Kidwai Regional Cancer Centre in Belagavi at ₹50 crore and a cluster to promote saris in Ilakal, Guledagudda, Molakalmur, and Shahapur in Belagavi to augment income, business, employment, and exports.
