Tag: Jharkhand
Tobacco ban at Jharkhand tourism sites, hotels
June 7 (TravelAndy): The Indian state of Jharkhand has banned the use of tobacco in all forms at its tourist attractions, accommodation facilities and eateries, said reports.
The government notification, which was issued on Tuesday, directs installation of signboards at all tourist sites within 10 days and warns of penal action if the no-tobacco rule is violated at any facility run by Jharkhand Tourism Development Corporation.
Offenders can be fined Rs 200 or jailed up to six months. Continue reading Tobacco ban at Jharkhand tourism sites, hotels
Plan a mine visit in Jharkhand next year
September 13 (TravelAndy): India’s Jharkhand state is planning to implement major tourism development across the state, by next year.
The iron ore mines in Kiriburu and Meghatuburu in East Singbhum district are going to be made accessible to the tourists by 2017, said The Times of India (TOI).
Additionally, the mines Lohardaga, Pakur, Bokaro and Ramgarh area will also be developed as tourist attraction later. Continue reading Plan a mine visit in Jharkhand next year
Jharkhand to launch tourism app
April 4 (TravelAndy): India’s Jharkhand state will shortly launch a mobile app equipped with list of hotels and local tourist operators, said The Times of India.
A web portal will also be introduced along with the app, which will enable tourists to plan their tour and book rooms on the go.
The app will provide details of accommodations run by both private hoteliers and Jharkhand Tourism Development Corporation. Continue reading Jharkhand to launch tourism app