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22/04/22 18:35 PM IST

‘The First Incredible India International Conference’

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  • The Mumbai Port Authority is organizing the First Conference of Incredible India International Cruise Conference 2022'on May 14-15, 2022 in Mumbai. 
About Conference
  • The two-day conference will showcase abundant business opportunities in the country's cruise tourism sector with an aim to first showcase India as a desired destination for cruise passengers, highlight the regional connectivity, promote building of new destinations and attractions like lighthouses and disseminate information about India's preparedness for developing the cruise tourism sector.
  • This conference will be important for promoting cruise tourism in India so that the country can take leadership in this sector globally.
  • Cruise tourism is one the most vibrant and fast-growing component of the leisure industry.
  • The project cost is Rs 490 crores, out of which Rs 303 crores will be incurred by Mumbai Port Authority and the remaining will be borne by private operators. 
  • The conference will focus on creation of an enabling and conducive environment for the cruise-liners to exchange views with the government authorities in the region.
Maritime India Vision (MIV) 2030
  • Maritime India Vision (MIV) 2030, launched in March 2021, in its ten years growth map gives significant emphasis on promoting and development of ocean, coastal and river cruise alongwith lighthouse development.
  • The plan is estimated to create above two lakh new jobs and meet the expectations of the cruise visitors and the cruise industry and also provide momentum for infrastructure development.

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