Andhra Pradesh attracts 1218.3 lakh tourists in 2015 & Registers a growth of 30% over 2014

The sunrise state of Andhra Pradesh, blessed with unique temples, enriched with pristine beaches, stunning hill stations and scenic backwaters, continued to mesmerize millions of tourists across the globe by registering 1218.3 lakh tourist arrivals in 2015.

Domestic footfalls to the state increased to 1218.3 lakh in 2015 as against 933 lakh in 2014, thereby registering a growth of 30%.

Shri Neerabh Kumar Prasad, I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Government, Tourism & Culture, said "In our endeavor to make Andhra Pradesh as India's most preferred tourist destination, this data comes to us as a great encouragement. Under the leadership of our Hon'ble Chief Minister, Shri N. Chandrababu Naidu and with a focused strategy in place, we are hopeful of this growth momentum to be replicated year after year going forward. We will continue to invest and focus to develop tourism in Andhra Pradesh of global standard."

Source : Equity Bulls

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