*Odisha Aims for Tourism Growth with Budget Boost* The Odisha government is optimistic about tourism sector growth following the Union Budget announcement of developing 50 key tourist destinations. With a special focus on Buddhist sites, Odisha’s Buddhist circuit—including Ratnagiri, Udayagiri, Lalitgiri, and Dhauli—is set for infrastructural enhancements and better connectivity. Deputy Chief Minister and Tourism Minister Pravati Parida emphasized Odisha’s untapped tourism potential, stating that religious and spiritual sites, including Puri, would receive a significant boost. The state also plans to improve hotel infrastructure to accommodate increasing tourist footfall, aligning with its vision of making Odisha a prominent destination for heritage and spiritual tourism. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/bhubaneswar/state-eyes-budget-boost-to-tourism-sector/articleshow/117839668.cms