The Rajasthan government has announced plans to transform the Mahi Dam area in Banswara district into a major tourism destination, with special focus on the scenic “City of Hundred Islands” formed by numerous islands along the Mahi River. The initiative aims to promote eco-friendly tourism while boosting local employment and supporting sustainable regional development.
The Mahi Dam region in Rajasthan’s Banswara district, popularly known as the City of Hundred Islands, is being transformed by the state government into a major ecotourism destination. The initiative aims to promote sustainable tourism while protecting the natural ecosystem and boosting local employment opportunities.
Authorities are preparing a comprehensive master plan focusing on eco-friendly development around the dam’s scenic backwaters and islands. The project will introduce nature-based attractions, viewpoints, and water-related recreational activities designed to attract both domestic and international travellers.
Officials emphasised that tourism development will follow strict environmental safeguards to ensure water conservation and ecological balance. The plan also seeks to generate revenue and create livelihood opportunities for local communities while preserving the region’s natural beauty.
Surrounded by hills, greenery, and numerous small islands formed in the reservoir, Banswara has long been known as the “City of Hundred Islands.” With planned infrastructure upgrades and regulated tourism activities, the area is expected to emerge as one of India’s prominent eco-tourism destinations in the coming years.
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