Tourism is definitely a means for Rural Development. Religious and Eco Tourism are some areas which have good potential. Considering that the average disposable income for the people in many of the sectors particularly in the metropolitan areas has increased, this income can be pumped into the Rural Economy by the means of Tourism. This will generate new direct and indirect employment oppurtunities for the people in the Rural areas. For this either the Tourism ministry of the States and Center should take active participation. I am not sure, how much regulated is the Tourism sector, but otherwise even private organisations can also take it up. Promoting the Religious places or places of cultural heritage is one thing that certainly falls in the ambit of the Government. The serene and calm atmosphere of the villages is certainly a nice way to relax. But there might be other creative ideas for people ready to explore.
This article for the potential of Tourism throws some light:-
http://www.centralchronicle.com/20080116/1601301.htm
Though the article focuses on improving Tourism in India for increasing the no. of international tourists coming to India, the same can be applied to Rural Areas.
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