Mumbai is poised to establish a dedicated ‘tourism zone’ adjacent to the forthcoming greenfield international airport in Navi Mumbai. Spanning 1,000 acres, this zone will be located near key growth centers like Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad.
It aims to offer a blend of amenities including restaurants, amusement parks, hotels, and training institutes to empower youth and foster skilled manpower. The proposed zone aligns with the draft tourism policy for Maharashtra, emphasising experimental tourism activities such as adventure, rural, wellness, and community tourism, alongside single-window clearance for the hospitality sector.
The draft policy underscores the allocation of land for the tourism zone, earmarking 1,000 acres near the Navi Mumbai international airport. This location, integral to the Mumbai Metropolitan Region’s growth, promises a tourism hub with diverse offerings. It envisages hotels, entertainment facilities, and tourism-related ventures, along with a…