The G20 Leaders’ Summit held in Delhi culminated in a resounding endorsement of the ‘Goa Roadmap’ and the ‘Travel for LiFE’ program, propelling India to the forefront of sustainable tourism initiatives.
The summit brought together global leaders, united by a common vision for a better world and emphasizing the pivotal role of tourism and culture in sustainable socio-economic development, read the Ministry of Tourism press release.
An achievement during the G20 Leaders’ Summit was the unanimous endorsement of tourism and culture as catalysts for sustainable socio-economic development and prosperity.
The ‘Goa Roadmap,’ a flagship initiative of India’s G20 Tourism Track, serves as a groundbreaking blueprint for global sustainable tourism. Aligned with the theme of India’s G20 Presidency, it underscores the role of tourism in society, the economy, and environmental stewardship, read the press release.
The roadmap addresses five interconnected priorities identified by the G20 Tourism Working Group: Green Tourism, Digitalization, Skills, Tourism MSMEs, and Destination Management.
It offers a comprehensive strategy for nations to align their tourism policies with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 2030.
To facilitate the roadmap’s implementation, the Ministry of Tourism, in collaboration with the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), has launched the G20 Tourism and SDG Dashboard.
This initiative will serve as a global repository, showcasing best practices and case studies of sustainable tourism practices and policies from G20 nations, aiding nations and industry stakeholders in their journey towards achieving the SDGs through tourism.
The Ministry of Tourism plans to foster the implementation of the ‘Goa Roadmap’ through education and awareness campaigns.
These efforts aim to sensitize state and union territory governments and private stakeholders about incorporating recommended actions into their operations, fostering sustainable, resilient, and inclusive tourism, read the release.
In an effort to recognize and propagate best practices aligned with the ‘Goa Roadmap,’ the Ministry of Tourism is launching a national competition on ‘Tourism for Tomorrow.’
