From the archive record
Along with the rest of the world, the World Tourism Day is celebrated across Arunachal Pradesh in a befitting manner. Taking part in the celebrations amidst the gathering of tour operators, cultural troupes and participants from all over the state at Namsai, chief minister Pema Khandu highlighted the major challenges to the tourism industry in the state. He said lack of proper connectivity was the main hurdle facing the industry. Khandu also said lack of airport facility in the state capital greatly hindered air-services as all the completed ALGs remains unused. He said lack of awareness among locals for the promotion of tourism also caused hindrances to the tourism industry. On connectivity, the chief minister said the centre is giving a big push for connectivity with plans to connect all