I extend warm greetings to the people of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, particularly to those entrepreneurs who are in the Tourism Industry, on the occasion of World Tourism Day.

Tourism plays an important role in the UT economy and also the Indian economy at large.

Tourism industry is one of the most influential sectors, which generates employment opportunities, provides employment, brings investments and facilitates cultural exchange.

It also contributes immensely to the overall growth and sustainability of places and destinations and local communities like our Islands.

Andaman and Nicobar Islands have tremendous potential for high value tourists and to shine globally in the Tourism Sector. I am confident that very soon Andaman and Nicobar Islands will become one of the most preferred Tourist Destinations in the entire world.

My best wishes to all stakeholders of the Tourism Industry of our Islands.

Kuldeep Rai Sharma

Member of Parliament