India, March 15 -- The Maharashtra government has decided to transform a 100-acre plot of land at Gorai in suburban Mumbai into a world-class tourism destination. The project aims to be a major addition to the state's tourism infrastructure, combining recreational, leisure and visitor-oriented facilities in a comprehensive, large-scale development.

Officials said the government has begun preparing a master plan that will define how the land will be used for recreation areas, hospitality spaces, open green zones, utilities and parking facilities among others.

The plan will identify key components including adventure and outdoor activity zones, urban parks, and landscaped public spaces. The plan will also feature tourism and leisure facil...