With the onset of unlock 4, life in India is gearing up for an enchanting start. Talk about Andhra, Tourism activities are all set to resume in Andhra Pradesh as the state government on Friday permitted opening up of sites, as per the Unlock-4 guidelines. Pravin Kumar, IAS, who is the CEO Andhra Pradesh Tourism Authority (APTA) and MD Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) said, “Andhra Pradesh Tourism is ready to enthral tourists to Andhra Pradesh." He said this during a meeting held for re-opening of tourism destinations and other tourism operations across the state post lockdown.
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“The reopening of tourism is the initiative of the Honourable Minister for Culture, Tourism and Youth Advancement Muttamsetti Srinivasa Rao. This happened after several phases of discussion with the Honourable Chief Minister in regards to re-opening of tourism, framing tourism guidelines,” Kumar said. In view of COVID-19 pandemic, the tourist locations have executed a series of steps to ensure security and cleanliness. The staff in APTDC hotels and tourist areas have been practised in safety and hygiene.
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Speaking about the safety of tourists, Pravin Kumar said, “We welcome tourists to our state. All tourist destinations and other tourism activities will now be open. Safety and hygiene will be followed. Tourists can enjoy the holidays without any apprehensions. I wish all the tourists to have a safe and healthy stay in Andhra Pradesh.” Special Chief Secretary (Tourism and Culture) Rajat Bhargava said 'all tourist destinations, ropeway operations, boating, adventure sports and tourism-related transport operations were being opened with immediate effect.'