After all the survival measures which have been implemented, now the measures for revival of Indian tourism needs to be put in immediately.
Tourism has always been one of the first sectors which effect, whenever there has been a major impact on the economy of a country because people cut down on the travel budgets first. While compare with other segments Tourism relatively had a direct role to play when it comes to COVID-19 which has widely spread most in the countries with a high number of tourists.
No doubt the recovery might be slow but it is sure once we can control the virus tourism industry will again see the growth as a front runner like before. The UNWTO’s online campaign TravelTomorrow which is being embraced by many countries, destinations, and companies linked to tourism all over the world has a massive impact on social networks. Travel Tomorrow highlights the enduring values of Tourism.
As a new normal in the Travel sector, Personal responsibility has a big role and the citizens should take all the recommended steps for personal hygiene and be aware of the symptoms. World Health Organization advised that Travellers should familiarize themselves with the basic practices which apply while traveling and in daily life. Travelers are responsible for their own well-being and the well-being of those around them as well.
UNWTO reports that COVID 19 has brought Global Tourism standstill and Secretary-General Pololikashvili has called on governments to make revival packages for the Travel and Tourism Industry. Recovery Plan for the Tourism sector is under construction by The Global Tourism Crisis Committee.
As Trust is the new currency of our ‘new normal’, Tourism can play a key role in spreading trust more widely. Tourism is an ultimate person-to-person sector, which promotes friendship with benefits traveling far beyond. Through using Tourism as an ideal channel to spread Trust we can start to rebuild and drive our lost economies back to growth. If governments can earn the trust of people that destinations are well equipped to keep them safe from harm, indeed they will travel tomorrow.
All these days we all try to resist the crisis and in the coming days, we will have to be confident that together we can overcome this situation as well. Stay safe and travel responsibly.
Rajani A
Editor
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