TFP Bureau, <\/i>Raipur, December 6, 2025: In a landmark effort to energise the state\u2019s tourism sector, the Chhattisgarh Tourism Board, in collaboration with IRCTC, is set to launch a series of specially curated tour packages under the Mukhyamantri Jan Paryatan Protsahan Yojana (Chief Minister\u2019s Public Tourism Promotion Scheme). Encompassing destinations across Raipur and Bastar, the initiative aims to make travel more accessible while showcasing the state\u2019s cultural, natural and spiritual wealth.<\/p>\n
As part of this new initiative, four major tour packages will soon be operational from Raipur: the Raipur City Tour, the Raipur City Religious Tour, the Raipur\u2013Jagdalpur Circuit Tour and the Raipur\u2013Sirpur\u2013Barnawapara Circuit Tour. Each itinerary is designed to offer air-conditioned travel, bilingual guides, meals and comprehensive insurance\u2014providing tourists a safe and comfortable journey.<\/p>\n
Highlighting the scheme\u2019s significance, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai said the initiative will make tourism accessible to ordinary citizens while strengthening Chhattisgarh\u2019s identity on national and global platforms. Tourism Minister Shri Rajesh Agrawal added that the scheme would not only promote local tourism but also create extensive livelihood opportunities by attracting visitors to the state\u2019s natural beauty and cultural heritage.<\/p>\n
Tour Packages at a Glance<\/strong><\/p>\n Raipur City Tour (Day Excursion)<\/strong> Raipur City Religious Tour (Day Excursion)<\/strong> Raipur\u2013Jagdalpur Circuit Tour (2 Nights\/3 Days)<\/strong> Raipur\u2013Sirpur\u2013Barnawapara Circuit Tour (1 Night\/2 Days)<\/strong> Package Benefits and Eligibility<\/strong> Designed to stimulate local tourism and support community-based livelihoods, the scheme aims to provide immersive travel experiences while preserving Chhattisgarh\u2019s cultural, ecological and spiritual heritage. The initiative reflects the Chief Minister\u2019s vision of inclusive growth through tourism development, positioning the state as an emerging destination for travellers.<\/p>\n \u201cMukhyamantri Jan Paryatan Protsahan Yojana is a significant step toward making tourism in various parts of Chhattisgarh accessible, enriching and attractive. It will play a vital role in establishing the state as a premier tourism destination in the time to come,\u201d Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai stated.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" 75% subsidy announced on tour packages; IRCTC\u2013Tourism Board partnership to attract travellers<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4925,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[116,118,117],"tags":[814,815],"class_list":["post-4924","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-breaking-news","category-chhattishgarh","category-state","tag-chhattisgarh-tourism-board","tag-in-collaboration-with-irctc"],"yoast_head":"\n
\nThe tour covers prominent city attractions such as the Ram Temple, Urja Park, Purkhouti Muktangan, the Chhattisgarh Tribal Museum, Nandanvan Zoo and the Kaushalya Mata Temple. An AC vehicle, guide services, meals and insurance are included, with the journey beginning at Raipur Railway Station.<\/p>\n
\nFocused on spiritual exploration, this route covers the Hanuman Temple, Maa Banjari Temple, Kaivalya Dham Jain Temple, ISKCON Temple, Mahamaya Temple, Danteshwari Mata Temple, Ram Temple and Kaushalya Mata Temple. The trip also begins and concludes at Raipur Railway Station.<\/p>\n
\nThis itinerary highlights the scenic splendour of Bastar, featuring stops at Jagdalpur, Chitrakote and Tirathgarh. Key attractions include Chitrakote Waterfalls, Kutumsar Caves, Kanger Valley National Park and the revered Danteshwari Temple. Accommodation is arranged on a double-sharing basis with meals.<\/p>\n
\nCombining heritage with wildlife, this journey includes Sirpur\u2019s ancient temples and the Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary. The package offers hotel accommodation, meals and a thrilling jungle safari.<\/p>\n
\nA minimum group size of 10 is required to avail the packages. Drinking water, meals, snacks and travel insurance are provided for every traveller. Children aged 2 to 18 years will receive an 85% subsidy, while adults are eligible for a 75% subsidy. All tours will commence and conclude at Raipur Railway Station.<\/p>\n