Shillong, Jan. 12 -- The Meghalaya government is drafting a first-of-its-kind Christmas Tourism Policy aimed at leveraging the surge in tourist arrivals during the year-end festive season, Tourism Minister Timothy D Shira said today.
He said the proposed policy is designed to reinforce Meghalaya's reputation as a top destination for Christmas celebrations, focusing on enhanced promotion and better management of visitors during peak holiday periods.
"The policy aims to position Meghalaya as a global festive destination, with special focus on the long-neglected Garo Hills region in western part of the State," Shira said.
Noting that the government expects tourist footfall to rise further in 2026, especially as several tourism projects and ...