TBM Staff - Mumbai Madhya Pradesh has once again made its mark on the national tourism stage. The Central Ministry of Tourism has announced that the state’s Pranpur, Sabarvani, and Ladpura Khas have been declared the best tourism villages in the country.
Pranpur has been selected in the craft category, while Sabarvani and Ladpura Khas have been recognised for responsible tourism. These villages were honoured at a ceremony in New Delhi on World Tourism Day.
The Additional Managing Director Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board Bidisha Mukherjee received this honour along with rural representatives. The Union Ministry of Tourism organises the Best Tourism Village Competition with the aim of promoting community-based values and lifestyle while preserving cultural and natural resources.
Sheo Shekhar Shukla, Principal Secretary Tourism and Culture Department and Managing Director, Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, said, “We are delighted that Pranpur, Sabarwani, and Ladpura Khas have been recognised as the best tourism villages in our state. This award highlights our dedication to fostering rural tourism. These villages have successfully preserved their unique cultural heritage while simultaneously empowering the local community through tourism. We are committed to expanding this initiative to ensure that more rural areas can benefit from tourism and gain recognition on a global scale.”
Adding to this, Mukherjee said “This prestigious award will elevate Pranpur, Sabarwani, and Ladpura Khas to international prominence. We anticipate a surge in both domestic and foreign tourism which will stimulate job growth and revitalize the local economy. Moreover, it will safeguard our rich cultural heritage including our ancient arts, crafts, and traditions for posterity. It is noteworthy that in 2023, Madla village in Panna district was awarded the Gold category and Khokhar village in Sidhi district was awarded the Bronze category in the Best Tourism Village competition.”
