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Identification of Tourism Circuits across India
Interim Report Priority Circuit Karnataka

July -2012
Submitted to Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
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Interim Report- Karnataka Priority Circuit
Table of Contents 1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 2 Assignment Brief .......................................................................................................................... 1 Objectives of the study.................................................................................................................. 1 Approach and Methodology.......................................................................................................... 1 Key findings .................................................................................................................................. 4 Structure of the report ................................................................................................................... 5
Brief Profile of the State ....................................................................................................................... 7 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 7 Tourism in Karnataka.................................................................................................................... 9 Infrastructure ............................................................................................................................... 16 Tourism plans and schemes ........................................................................................................ 21 New Tourism Initiatives.............................................................................................................. 23
Initial screening of the Tourism Circuits ............................................................................................ 25 3.1 3.2 Based on secondary research ...................................................................................................... 25 Key parameters ........................................................................................................................... 25
Stakeholder Consultation .................................................................................................................... 27 4.1 4.2 4.3 Government of Karnataka ........................................................................................................... 27 Carrying Capacity Analysis ........................................................................................................ 28 Town wise Carrying Capacity Assessment ................................................................................. 34
Existing Infrastructure Status .............................................................................................................. 35 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 Introduction to the Circuit 1 ........................................................................................................ 35 Infrastructure status ..................................................................................................................... 37 Destinations in Circuit 1 ............................................................................................................. 38 SWOT analysis ........................................................................................................................... 45
Project Identification, Block Cost Estimate, Implementation and Funding ........................................ 47 Investment Breakup: ............................................................................................................................... 59 6.1 6.2 PPP Bifurcation of the Projects ................................................................................................... 60 Estimated Employment Generation ............................................................................................ 62
Appendix ............................................................................................................................................. 63 7.1 Destination tourism clusters in Karnataka .................................................................................. 63
Annexure Infrastructure Gap Assessment................................................................................................ 64
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List of Tables Table 1: Snapshot of Karnataka .................................................................................................................... 9 Table 2: Domestic and international visitors to Karnataka ......................................................................... 10 Table 3: Tourist inflow to major tourism destinations in Karnataka- 2011 ................................................ 14 Table 4: Infrastructure scenario in Karnataka ............................................................................................. 17 Table 5: Distribution of hotels and hotel rooms in Karnataka, 2008 .......................................................... 20 Table 6: Government allocation for tourism in Rs. crore ........................................................................... 21 Table 7: Zoning as per tourism policy ........................................................................................................ 22 Table 8: Incentives and subsidies for tourism projects ............................................................................... 22 Table 9: UDPFI Density Limits .................................................................................................................. 30 Table 10: Physical and Ecological Indicators ............................................................................................. 31 Table 11: Social and Demographic Indicators ............................................................................................ 33 Table 12: Political Economic Indicators ..................................................................................................... 33 Table 13: Evaluation Criterion of Physical and Ecological Indicators ....................................................... 33 Table 14: Town wise Carrying Capacity Assessment................................................................................. 34 Table 15: Tourist arrivals in Circuit 1 Destinations in 2011 ....................................................................... 36 Table 16: Contribution of some of the destinations in Circuit 1 to tourism numbers ................................. 37 Table 17: Snapshot of Mangalore city ........................................................................................................ 38 Table 18: Overview of tourism destinations in Circuit 1 ............................................................................ 39 Table 19: Project identification, block cost estimate, implementation & funding for the Circuit 1 ........... 47 Table 20: PPP Bifurcation Details of Public Funds and Private Investments .......................................... 60 Table 21: Employment Generation Estimates ............................................................................................ 62
List of Figures Figure 1: Methodology ................................................................................................................................. 2 Figure 2: Growth rates for Karnataka GSDP & per capita income in INR over 2004-05 to 2010-11 .......... 8 Figure 3 : Contribution of Karnataka in terms of FDI inflows (USD Billion) and percentage share of total FDI inflows over April 2000- May 2012 ...................................................................................................... 8 Figure 4: Comparison of growth rates for international tourists- India and Karnataka .............................. 11 Figure 5: Comparison of growth rates for domestic tourism- India and Karnataka ................................... 11 Figure 6: Contribution of Karnataka to India tourist numbers- international and domestic ....................... 12 Figure 7: domestic tourist percentage for India and Karnataka .................................................................. 12 Figure 8: Seasonality of tourists in the State............................................................................................... 13 Figure 9: percentage of international tourists- Major tourism destinations in Karnataka ........................... 13 Figure 10: percentage of domestic tourists- Major tourism destinations in Karnataka .............................. 14 Figure 11: Road map of Karnataka ............................................................................................................. 18 Figure 12: Railway network of Karnataka .................................................................................................. 19 Figure 13: Methodology for Carrying Capacity Analysis........................................................................... 29 Figure 14: Geographical distribution of Circuit 1- Coastal Circuit ............................................................ 35 Figure 15: Circuit 1 destinations ................................................................................................................. 44
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Introduction
1.1 Assignment Brief

IL&FS Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (IL&FS IDC) has been appointed as the National Level Consultant by Ministry of Tourism, for identification of tourism circuits / destinations in the states and union territories (excluding states in the North East) for implementation in the 12th five year plan. The identified circuits / destinations are proposed to be developed in an integrated manner with financial assistance from the central government supported by appropriate involvements of the state governments and the private sector. This process has been initiated with the selection of existing/new tourist circuits (4 in each state and 2 in Union Territories). These circuits have been structured considering the length, duration and connectivity and finalised based on discussions with the tourism departments of the specific states. After the identification and prioritisation of these circuits, the next step is to identify the basic and tourism related infrastructural and promotional needs of the identified circuits, which are to be implemented on priority basis, along with the tentative cost estimates. These projects should be related to development of basic as well as tourism related infrastructure. Thereafter, Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) will be prepared by the State Level Consultant for the projects identified along with their financial projections.
1.2 Objectives of the study

The objectives of the current study include: 1) To identify and study the priority tourist circuit/destinations in the state of Karnataka 2) To analyse the potential and carrying capacity of the identified tourist circuit/destinations and prioritise the same. 3) Assess the existing infrastructure basic and tourism related - for the priority circuit/destinations. 4) To assess the interventions for improving the quantity and quality of basic and tourism infrastructure for prioritized circuits/destinations. 5) Identify infrastructural projects to be initiated by central/state/private sector
1.3 Approach and Methodology

The Figure 1 presents a flow diagram of the approach and methodology used for the present study. Based on primary and secondary sources, literature search and discussions with key stake holders (State Govt and local tour & travel industry), the existing tourists flow and orientation were studied. The existing and
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future potential and connectivity of the destinations were studied for an initial screening of the tourist circuits / destinations. Figure 1: Methodology
Secondary Research Potential Popularity Connectivity
Initial Screening of Tourist Circuits
Short listing of the Circuits
Discussion with Department of Tourism, representatives of Travel & Tourism Industry and other stakeholders
Carrying Capacity Assessment
Identified Circuits along with Priority Circuit Parameters Transport, Roads condition, Access to modes of transportation, Utilities, Accommodation, Way side amenities, Management of tourist attractions Based on Stakeholder Consultations Reconnaissance survey
Detailed Infrastructure Gap Assessment
Identification of Prospective Projects with Block Cost Estimates
Final Report
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After the initial screening, the circuits identified were discussed with the State Government (Department of Tourism), representatives of Travel & Tourism Industry and other stakeholders. On the basis of these consultations, tourism circuits have been shortlisted. In order to understand existing capacity of the shortlisted circuits as well as destinations, a detailed carrying capacity assessment has been done. This assessment is, primarily, based on the residential and tourist population densities of the town/cities. Based on the above exercise, four circuits have been identified and prioritised. The circuits have been prioritized after consultations with the stakeholders and based on the popularity, tourists flow pattern and perceived need for improvements/investments to basic and tourism infrastructure. In this report, the circuit identified as the priority circuit by the state government in terms of potential and requirement for infrastructure development has been selected for further study. The assessment has been carried out to understand the significance of the identified sites from a tourist perspective and to map the availability of tourism infrastructure. The typical infrastructure required includes facilities at entry-exit points, accommodation, way-side amenities, physical & social infrastructure, public utilities as well as health & security. This assessment is based on reconnaissance survey done along the route, wayside and on site of the priority circuit. The focus of the assessment has been on the following areas: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) Modes of Transport- airways, roadways and railways and access thereto Road network Utilities-power, water facility, etc Accommodation Way side amenities Maintenance and management of built heritage/tourist attractions
On the basis of the above assessment and discussions with stakeholders, an exercise has been carried out to identify tourism infrastructure gaps. Based on these gaps as well as the site potential, sustainable projects have been proposed along with indicative block costs. The proposed projects are intended to achieve the following objectives: 1) Products and activities proposed which will enhance the tourist inflow and will increase the duration of stay of tourists in the circuit as well as providing socio-economic benefits at a larger level.
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2) Sustainable projects, which will attract different investors and private players to participate in tourism infrastructure development.
1.4 Key findings

For the state of Karnataka, the following four circuits have been identified for integrated development based on discussions with the Department of Tourism, Karnataka as summarised below: 1. Circuit 1: Coastal Karnataka tourism circuit comprising tourism destinations in and around Mangalore, Udupi, rest of Dakshina and Uttara Kannada along the coastline extending up to Goa. 2. Circuit 2: South Karnataka tourism circuit comprising tourism destinations in and around Bangalore- Mysore- Hassan-Kodagu districts 3. Circuit 3: North Karnataka comprising tourism destinations in and around Hubli, Hampi, Badami, Pattadakal, Aihole, Bijapur, Bidar and Gulbarga 4. Circuit 4: Religious tourism circuit comprising Buddhist, Hindu and Jain religious tourism destinations in and around Mysore, Mangalore, Udupi, Karwar etc. Based on the carrying capacity assessment, tourism potential and discussion with the Department of Tourism, Karnataka, the Circuit 1 listed above has been proposed as the Priority Circuit for the state of Karnataka. The key findings of the study conducted are listed below in the form of the SWOT analysis carried out for the Priority Circuit (Circuit 1). 1.4.1 Strengths Mangalore, the primary hub, enjoys good connectivity with domestic and international destinations via air, rail and road. Most of the tourism destinations in Circuit 1 also have good connectivity with Mangalore and the support hubs such as Udupi and Karwar. NHAI is already upgrading the national highway from Thalapady to Kundapur to a four lane road which would serve a significant portion of the circuit Significant tourist inflows already present in many of the tourism destinations. Diversity and quality of tourism assets in terms of beaches, scenic destinations, backwaters, wildlife sanctuaries & adventure tourism, historical monuments etc. 1.4.2 Weaknesses Lack of tourism infrastructure at many of the tourism destinations including public conveniences, drinking water facilities, parking, food & beverages etc. Lack of quality wayside amenities and public conveniences on the way to some of the tourism destinations
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State of approach roads to some of the tourism destinations is an issue for tourists visiting the tourism destinations in terms of maintenance and carriage way. Cleanliness and waste management is an issue in some of the beach destinations Need to provide adequate safety measures such as lifeguards in some of the beaches due to strong currents in the sea and isolated nature Lack of quality accommodation facilities near the tourism destinations away from the urban areas Need for coordinate development of tourism infrastructure by the DoT and the specific district administration
1.4.3 1.4.4
Opportunities Significant potential for development of beach tourism, given that Karnataka shares the same coastline with Goa and Kerala. Potential for promotion of backwater tourism, which is in a nascent stage in Karnataka Significant interest in the private sector for tourism projects especially near the coast Growth of tourism would enable better economic opportunities for people living on the sea coast Threats Need to balance the development possible with CRZ regulations along the sea coast Waste management and cleanliness is an issue for some of the popular beaches and needs to be managed, given the potential increase in tourists Need to manage the growth of backwater tourism, by learning from the experience of Kerala and adapting best practices Availability of adequate manpower for tourism is an issue for private players
1.5 Structure of the report

This interim report, which covers the priority circuit identified for Karnataka, has been divided into 7 sections. The next section of the report focuses on the profile of the State, especially in terms of infrastructure, tourism trends and key spots/sites. This is followed by sections explaining key parameters for finalizing a circuit (Tourist profile/Carrying capacity/Safety/Sustainability), outcome of stakeholder discussions at centre and state, current status of circuits (based on site study undertaken) and infrastructure gaps identified during the site visit. On the basis of this, assessment of the level of adequacy of infrastructure will be done with respect to the existing infrastructure, increasing tourist inflow, destination popularity, types of tourists and seasonality. This approach will be able to assess and filling up the gaps (based on selective parameters) which categorizes the facilities available en route, way side and onsite. The study of the respective circuits is, primarily, based on visitors approach towards
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destinations from the entry-exit points. The latter sections of the study report provides information on prospective projects in the circuits that can be taken up for infrastructural up-gradation. These projects have been proposed on the basis of identified deficiencies and perceived need to accommodate the tourist inflow into the circuits/destinations.
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Brief Profile of the State
2.1 Introduction
The state of Karnataka was established in the year 1956, under the States Reorganisation Act. The state was originally called the state of Mysore and later renamed Karnataka in 1973. Karnataka is one of the four major southern states of India and shares boundaries with Andhra Pradesh, Goa, Kerala, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. Karnataka is the eighth largest state in the Indian union and hosts 5% of the national population. The state is the largest base for the IT / ITES sector and is also a major investment other destination such for as
sectors
biotechnology, automobile,
aerospace, engineering,
sericulture and floriculture, mining and renewable energy. Karnataka is also the primary gold producing centre in India and the third largest producer of steel in India. The state enjoys some of the highest growth rates in terms of state GSDP and per capita income and contributes around 8% of the Indian GDP. Figure 2, given below, provides the annual growth rates for GSDP and per capita income. It can be seen that the period 2004-05 to 2007-08 was a period of high growth. Subsequent growth trends were however affected by the global recession that started in 2007, especially due to the slowdown in IT / ITES exports. The state is also one of the major recipients for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) over the last decade as shown in Figure 3. A key reason for this has been the evolution of the state capital of Bangalore as one of the most important global technology hubs. This is reflected in the fact that Karnataka contributes around
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one third of the total IT / ITES exports from India while Bangalore contributes more than 90% of the state exports. Figure 2: Growth rates for Karnataka GSDP & per capita income in INR over 2004-05 to 2010-11
Source: directorate of economics & statistics, Government of Karnataka
14.0%
12.5%
12.0%
10.6%
10.0%
10.2%
growth in GSDP
8.0%
8.0%
6.1%
6.0% 4.0% 2.0%
growth in per capita income
3.9%
0.0%
2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11
Figure 3 : Contribution of Karnataka in terms of FDI inflows (USD Billion) and percentage share of total FDI inflows over April 2000- May 2012
Source: department of Industrial policy & promotion, Government of India
300,000
31.8%
35.0% 30.0%
250,000
252,108
200,000
25.0%
19.5%
20.0%
150,000 15.0% 100,000
154,691
5.7%
50,000
10.0%
4.9%
45,037 39,161
4.7%
36,913
4.0%
31,304
1.0%
8,225
5.0% 0.0%
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Table 1: Snapshot of Karnataka Value Bangalore (Bangaluru) 191,791 Number of revenue divisions -4 Number of districts- 30 Number of revenue divisions Number of taluks- 176 Number of towns- 270 Major cities Bangalore, Mysore, Mangalore, Hubli-Dharwad, Gulbarga Population in million 52.7 (2001 census) 61.1 (2011 census preliminary estimate) Percentage of urban population of total (%) 38.6 (2011 census preliminary estimate) Literacy Rate (%) 67 (2001 census) Industrial growth rate 8% Airports Bangalore, Mangalore Gross domestic Product Rs. 2.71,956 crore (2010-11 estimates) Net per capita income (current prices) Rs.60,000 Contribution to economy by sector primary sector- 16% secondary sector- 29% tertiary sector- 55% Major economic sectors IT/ITES Tourism Biotechnology Telecom Electronics Engineering Textiles Automotive Agro and food processing Category Capital Area in square kilometre
*source: Economic Survey- 2010-11, directorate of economics & statistics, Karnataka,
2.2 Tourism in Karnataka

The state of Karnataka is one of the top ten domestic tourism destinations in India and was ranked 4th in 2011. The state has various tourism assets such as beaches, hill stations, heritage monuments, national parks, wild life sanctuaries etc. Given the variety of the tourism assets, the state is promoted under the tagline One state, many worlds. 2.2.1 Major tourism destinations
The major tourism destinations in Karnataka can be classified under the following tourism themes described below: Heritage and culture - Hampi, Badami, Pattadakal, Aihole, Mysore palace, Srirangapatana etc
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Wild life and forests - National parks at Bandipur, BR Hills, Rajiv Gandhi National Park, Kudremukh National Park etc Beaches Mangalore, Karwar, Gokarna, Malpe etc Religious destinations- Hindu temples (Kukke Subrahmanya, Kadri Manjunatha temple, Mookambika temple etc) , Jain basadis (Moodabidri, Karkala etc) and statues of Bahubali (Sravanabelagola, Vennur, ), Churches (St. Aloysius, Milagres), Mosques & Dargahs (Jama Masjid, Dargah of Syeed Madani etc) Adventure sports- white water rafting (Dandeli, Kemphole, Sitanadi, Netravati), rock climbing (Ramnagar near Bangalore, Badami), trekking (Shimoga, Chikmagalur, Hassan, Kodagu ), angling( Cauvery fishing camp), aero sports (Hebbal in Bangalore) etc . Hill stations and scenic spots- Coorg, Chickmagalur, Agumbe BR Hills, Nandi Hills, Jog falls etc City tourism & MICE tourism- Bangalore and Mysore
Karnataka is mainly known for heritage and religious tourism, especially with reference to domestic tourists. Beach tourism is an emerging tourism product, which is expected to become more significant. MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions) based tourism is also expected to grow strongly in cities such as Bangalore and Mysore. 2.2.2 Trends in Tourist Arrivals
2.2.2.1 Tourist inflow Karnataka attracted around 84.68 million tourists with around 84.10 million domestic tourists and 0.57 million international tourists in 2011. The tourism figures for the last 5 years along with the associated growth rates are provided in the Table 2. Table 2: Domestic and international visitors to Karnataka 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 24,698,243 36,195,907 37,825,953 37,010,928 32,729,679 38,202,077 84,107,390 47% 5% -2% -12% 17% 120% 0.9% over the period 2005-10 545,225 505,524 534,563 520,041 229,847 324,573 574,005 -7% 6% -3% -56% 41% 77% 22.7% over the period 2005-10 25,243,468 36,701,431 38,360,516 37,530,969 32,959,526 38,526,650 84,681,395 45% 5% -2% -12% 17% 120% 22.4% over the period 2005-11
Category Domestic Growth rate CAGR International Growth rate CAGR Total Growth rate CAGR
*source: Department of Tourism, Karnataka
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Figure 4: Comparison of growth rates for international tourists- India and Karnataka
100% 80% 77%
60%
41% 40% 20% 13% 14% 6% 2006 -7% 2007
12% 4%
2008 -2% 2009 2010
9%
India Karnataka
0%
-20% -40%
2011
-3%
-60%
-80%
-56%
Figure 5: Comparison of growth rates for domestic tourism- India and Karnataka
140%
120% 120% India 100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0% 2006 -20% 2007 2008 -2% 2009 2010 2011 18% 14% 5% 7% 19% 17% 11% 15% Karnataka
47%
-12%
The year 2011 has seen a major turnaround in tourism figures & growth rates for Karnataka. It is seen that domestic tourists increased by around 120% and international tourists by around 77%. This is much higher than the equivalent figures for any of the other major Indian states. The above statistics indicate that domestic tourism is the primary driver for overall tourism growth in Karnataka. The issue of stagnation and decline of international tourist numbers over the period 2005-10
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seems to have been reversed in 2011, where for the first time international visitor numbers are higher than in 2005. The Figure 6 shows the overall contribution of Karnataka to the India tourism figures. Due to the high growth seen in 2011, the contribution of Karnataka to domestic and international tourist is almost double the figures for 2009 (lowest in the overall period considered). The key challenge for Karnataka tourism would be to maintain the growth trajectory that started in 2010. Figure 6: Contribution of Karnataka to India tourist numbers- international and domestic
16.0% 14.0% 12.0% 10.0% 7.8% 8.0% 6.0% 4.0% 2.0% 0.0% 2004 7.2% 13.9% 11.4% 10.5% 9.8% 9.9% domestic international
6.3%
6.6% 4.9% 4.4% 5.6% 5.1%
9.1%
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
Figure 7: domestic tourist percentage for India and Karnataka

99.4% 99.2% 99.0% 98.8% 98.6% 98.6% 98.4% 98.2% 98.6% 98.6% 99.3% 99.3%
99.2% 99.2%
99.0%
99.0%
99.1%
99.2%
99.3%
India Karnataka
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
The dominance of domestic tourism is illustrated by the contribution to overall tourists to Karnataka shown in Figure 7. The contribution of domestic tourism in 2010 is around 99% comparable to the all India figures.
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2.2.3
Seasonality
The maximum inflow of tourists for both the domestic and international categories is seen in the months of December to February. The seasonal trends are more pronounced for international visitors with around 74% of international tourist arrivals concentrated in the period October to March as shown in the Figure 8 (based on 2010-11 tourism figures). In the case of domestic tourists, the seasonal skew is less pronounced with around 63% of tourist arrivals happening in the period from October to March (based on 2010-11 tourism figures), as shown in the Figure 8. Figure 8: Seasonality of tourists in the State
April to September, 26% October to March , 74%
April to September, 37% October to March , 63%
International tourist 2.2.4 Distribution
Domestic tourist
Figure 9: percentage of international tourists- Major tourism destinations in Karnataka

25.0%
20.0%
19.9% 15.6%
18.6%
15.0%
14.3%
10.0%
9.0%
6.4% 4.1% 0.9% 1.1% 5.4% 0.9% 1.8%
5.0%
0.0%
Ramnagar
Shimoga
Bagalkot
Uttara Kannada
Mandya
Kodagu
Hassan
Koppal
Bangalore urban
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Mysore
Bellary
Udupi
The southern districts of Karnataka - Bangalore (Rural & Urban), Mysore, Ramnagara, Mandya, Kodagu -account for more than 60% of total international tourism inflows as shown in Figure 9. Mysore accounts for the largest inflow of tourists for both the domestic and international categories. Figure 10: percentage of domestic tourists- Major tourism destinations in Karnataka
18.0% 16.0% 14.0% 12.0% 10.0% 8.0% 6.0% 4.0% 2.0% 0.0%
15.8%
9.6% 7.8% 5.2% 2.7% 3.3% 3.3% 3% 3.1% 2.4% 2.3% 2% 1.6% 1.6% 4% 8.4% 4.7%
10.4%
3.3% 2.2%
Ramnagar
Chikmagalur
Bagalkot
Shimoga
Tumkur
Chikkaballapur
Chamrajnagar
Belgaum
Kodagu
Hassan
Bijapur
Koppal
Bidar
Dakshina Kannada
Mandya
Uttara Kannada
Bangalore
Table 3 provides a snapshot of the tourist inflow to major tourism destinations in Karnataka for the year 2011.
# 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Destination Bangalore urban Bangalore rural Chitradurga Davanagere Kolar Shimoga Tumkur Ramnagar Chikkaballapur Belgaum Bagalkot Bijapur Dharwad Haveri Gadag
Table 3: Tourist inflow to major tourism destinations in Karnataka- 2011

Domestic tourists 5,959,529 571,265 628,369 418,432 329,856 2,301,688 4,383,594 2,774,533 1,332,173 2,759,800 1,944,865 1,647,931 324,707 7,300 284,919 International tourists 89,597 582 5,099 6,377 23,706 2,808 1,941 437 Total tourists 6,049,126 571,265 628,951 418,432 329,856 2,306,787 4,383,594 2,780,910 1,332,173 2,759,800 1,968,571 1,650,739 326,648 7,300 285,356
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Mysore
Bellary
Udupi
# 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31.
Destination Uttara Kannada Gulbarga Bidar Bellary Koppal Raichur Yadgir Mysore Hassan Mandya Chamrajnagar Chikmagalur Kodagu Dakshina Kannada Udupi TOTAL
Domestic tourists 2,005,769 750,262 1,387,478 2,504,034 2,644,331 7,900 64,045 13,260,373 3,400,014 7,040,670 3,949,593 8,091,428 1,810,960 8,769,681 2,751,891 84,107,390
International tourists 36,533 81,900 51,938 114,160 106,846 31,283 1,983 464 5,297 2,577 10,477 574,005
Total tourists 2,042,302 750,262 1,387,478 2,585,934 2,696,269 7,900 64,045 13,374,533 3,506,860 7,071,953 3,951,576 8,091,892 1,816,257 8,772,258 2,762,368 84,681,395
*source: Tourism statistics of Department of Tourism, Karnataka
2.2.5
Revenue from tourism
There are no firm statistics with the DoT, Karnataka on earnings from tourism. As per the economic survey of Karnataka (2010-11), it is estimated that foreign exchange earned through tourism was around Rs. 1170 crore in 2008. Considering that foreign exchange earnings from tourism was around USD. 16,564 million in 2011 (India tourism statistics), and applying the share of Karnataka (9.1%), the foreign exchange earnings for Karnataka would be around USD 1511 Million for 2011( around Rs.7000 crore). 2.2.6 State Government agencies associated with tourism
2.2.6.1 Directorate of Tourism, Karnataka The Directorate of Tourism (DoT), Government of Karnataka, is the apex body responsible for the promotion and development of tourism in Karnataka. The DoT is responsible for: Tourism strategy & development of overall tourism sector policy Marketing and promotion of tourism & participation in tourism related events Identification and development of tourism destinations Market research and statistics for tourism Implementation and administration of the above
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The DoT is supported by two government corporations namely the Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. (KSTDC) and the Jungle Lodges & Resorts Ltd (JLR) and the District Tourism Promotional Councils proposed in the Tourism Policy of the state. 2.2.6.2 KSTDC The Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC) established in 1971, is responsible for commercial activities related to the operation and maintenance of infrastructure facilities created by the Department and running of cafeterias, restaurants, taxi services and organizing package tours in and outside the State. The KSTDC operates 14 hotels and 3 restaurants across the state. In addition, KSTDC is also responsible for the operations of the Golden Chariot. The Golden Chariot is a luxury tourist train, on the lines of the Palace on Wheels in Rajasthan, offering two itineraries namely: Pride of the South- over 7 nights and 8 days starting from Bangalore and covering Kabini, Srirangapatana, Mysore, Shravanabelgola, Belur & Halebid, Hampi, Badami, Pattadakal and Goa Southern Splendour- over 7 nights and 8 days starting from Bangalore and covering Chennai, Puduchery, Thanjavur, Madurai, Thiruvananthapuram, Alappuzha and Kochi before returning to Bangalore. 2.2.6.3 Jungle Lodges & Resorts The Jungle Lodges and Resorts (JLR) established in 1980, is responsible for managing the eco-Tourism units in Karnataka. JLR is responsible for promoting eco-tourism, wildlife tourism, adventure tourism and various outdoor activities like trekking, camping, white water rafting, fishing etc. JLR is fully owned by the Government of Karnataka, and currently operates 15 properties across the state, offering wildlife, eco and adventure tourism. 2.2.6.4 District Tourism Promotion Council Each district also has a District Tourism Promotional Council (DTPC) headed by the Deputy Commissioners of the concerned districts. The DTPC is responsible for looking after tourism activities in the district and monitoring the progress of tourism works.
2.3 Infrastructure
Table 4 provides a summary of the infrastructure scenario across the state in terms of transportation & connectivity, power etc.
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Table 4: Infrastructure scenario in Karnataka

Sector Roads Category Status 2009-10 Key initiatives Karnataka State Highways Improvement Project (KSHIP) with 2394 km under the phase I developed and 1576 km of roads proposed to be developed under the KSHIP phase II development of , 25,786 km of roads and 738 bridges taken up under RIDF Development of 12,720 km of roads under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
National Highways State Highways Major District Roads Municipal Roads Other Roads Railways
4490 20528 50436 8366 147212
All Roads 231032 Total rail length of 3172 km with 2761 km on broad gauge and 411 km on meter gauge in 2009-10
development of Kotturu-Harihar railway line
development of Munirabad Mehabubnagar new railway line Doubling of Bangalore Ramanagara railway land for Bidar Gulbarga new railway line has been acquired and handed over to South Central Railway and work under progress Gauge conversion for Shimoga Talaguppa railway development of Tumkur Rayadurga new railway line Initiatives by the state government for Railways to take up the following projects on PPP basis: Hubli Ankola, Talaguppa Shahadabad, Bijapur Shadabad, Dharwad Belgaum
Airports
Two airports operating at Bangalore and Mangalore.
Mysore airport opened for services in 2010
Upgrading the minor airport at Hubli to international standards development of minor airports at Shimoga, Gulbarga, Bijapur and Hassan on PPP basis upgrading the existing airport at Hubli to international standards acquisition and handing over the land required for extension of runaway for Belgaum airport development of 11 airstrips across Karnataka
Ports
One major port (New Mangalore) under the government of India and 10 minor ports under the state government.
investment of Rs. 2.83 crore made in the minor ports with government currently developing a long term plan for improving port facilities
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Sector Power
Status Installed generation capacity of 11,468 MW with public sector accounting for 66% of capacity.
Key initiatives Total additional capacity of around 8875 MW through ongoing and proposed projects
*source: economic survey of Karnataka, 2010-11
2.3.1
Roads
Karnataka is connected with other parts of India through 15 national highways as shown in Figure 11 below. Figure 11: Road map of Karnataka
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2.3.2
Rail
Karnataka has a total rail length of 3712 kilometres with the railway network falling under the South Western Railway which covers most of Karnataka, Konkan Railway Corporation which covers the west coast railway line and Southern Railway which covers Mangalore. The rail network of Karnataka is shown in the Figure 12. Figure 12: Railway network of Karnataka
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2.3.3
Airports
Karnataka has two major airports operating at Bangalore and Mangalore. Bangalore is the major international airport in the state. In addition to the above two airports, Mysore airport has been open for services since 2010. The state is also taking initiatives to develop and expand airports at Belgaum, Shimoga, Gulbarga, Bijapur, Hassan and Hubli. 2.3.4 Tourist accommodation It is estimated that there are around 3000 hotels and restaurants in Karnataka based on discussions with officials of the DoT. The number of approved hotels in Karnataka at the end of 2009 was 53. Apart from the major hubs such as Bangalore and Mysore, there is a requirement for increasing tourism accommodation facilities at major tourism destinations across Karnataka. The DoT has been making efforts to promote the development of home stays at tourism destinations such as hill stations to meet the requirement for accommodation. In the addition the KSTDC has also been developing and operating accommodation facilities at different tourism destinations. The DoT has also identified the need to develop wayside amenities across the state. For this purpose the DoT proposes to develop wayside amenities in destinations between Sringeri & Chickmagalur and Bellary & Hiriyur. Table 5: Distribution of hotels and hotel rooms in Karnataka, 2008
State/ Place Karnataka Bangalore Bellary Chikmagalore Coorg Gokarna Hubli Mangalore Mysore** 5 StarDeluxe 7 1216 5Star 7 1007 1 166 4Sta r 2 193 1 29 2 188 3Star 12 636 1 36 1 24 1 24 3 150 2Sta r 1 101 1Sta r 1 14 1 51 Aptt. Hotel Time Share Resort Heritage UnClassif ied 6 743 1 62 3 142 Total
2 84
36 3910 2 202 1 29 2 86 1 24 1 51 2 188 8 376
Total number of hotels 7 8 5 18 1 2 0 0 2 10 53 Total number of hotel rooms 1216 1173 410 870 101 65 0 0 84 947 4866 Note: Figures in the first and second lines for a place indicate number of hotels and number of hotel rooms respectively * Source: Administrative Records of Hotels maintained by Ministry of Tourism
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2.4 Tourism plans and schemes

2.4.1 State outlay on tourism
The state plan allocation for tourism is provided in Table 6. It can be seen that the average annual state allocation for tourism infrastructure development is around Rs. 200 crore for the period shown while the marketing allocation has seen a significant rise during the same period. Table 6: Government allocation for tourism in Rs. crore Infrastructure Allocation Marketing allocation 148 40 250 144 180 208 204 132
Year 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2.4.2
*source: economic survey-2010-11, Department of Tourism, Karnataka
Karnataka Tourism Policy
The current Karnataka tourism policy has been prepared for the period 2009-14. The vision articulated by the policy envisages making tourism Karnatakas principal and largest economic activity by becoming one of top two tourism destinations in India by 2016-17. The tourism policy envisages private investment of Rs. 25,000 crore over the period of the policy. The policy also envisages the creation of additional employment varying from 29 -41 lakh. 2.4.3 Tourism Master Plan
The Government of Karnataka has also developed a Tourism Master Plan incorporating elements from the Vision 2020 document for Karnataka and the Karnataka Tourism Policy (2009-14). The major focus of the Tourism Master Plan is: create 2 lakh new jobs in 3-5 years through tourism initiatives initiatives to attract private capital ranging from Rs. 10,000 crore to Rs. 20,000 crore in 3-5 years in mostly integrated theme parks and themed cities that will be self contained, supporting, Culture, Heritage and Citizen involvement to preserve and showcase the rich culture and heritage of Karnataka Safety and Security of the Traveller and Citizen Real time governance & institutions for coordinate action through a real time MIS for governance.
2.4.4
Schemes and incentives
The tourism policy classifies the state into four zones for investment purposes as summarised in Table 7.
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Table 7: Zoning as per tourism policy

# 1. 2. Zones Zone I Zone II Description Within Local Planning Area limits (BDA). This zone will be a low priority zone with few tax benefits. B.M.R.D.A. limits. This zone will be a priority zone for attracting destination projects and act as a national hub for global events and activities. Extensive Government support, including large project-specific clearances and tax breaks, etc. will be available. Mysore, Coorg, Hampi, Pattadakal Badami Aihole, Bijapur, Bidar, other heritage centres and the coast from Ullal to Karwar. This zone will be notified for priority development in an integrated manner with Integrated Tourism Development Master plans (ITDM). Comprehensive tax breaks and benefits, including comprehensive clearances for large projects will be made available. All other tourist destinations in Karnataka and wayside facilities in approved locations on National and State Highways. This zone will enjoy benefits and tax incentives as specified
3.
Zone III
4.
Zone IV
*source: Karnataka Tourism Policy 2009-14
The major incentives and subsidies for tourism projects are summarised in Table 8Error! Reference source not found.. Table 8: Incentives and subsidies for tourism projects
# 1. Category Incentives concessions & Brief description Stamp duty charges 50% exemption on stamp duty for investment below Rs. 50 Crores. 75% exemption on stamp duty for projects of Rs. 50 Crores and above. 75% exemption on stamp duty for projects of over Rs. 10 Crores in Zone 3 and Zone 4. Registration charges Registration charges shall be allowed as provided in the Industrial Policy 2009 14 Zone 1: 100% Zone 2: 100% Zone 3: 75% Zone 4: Nil Conversion fee Concession under Conversion Fee as applicable under the Industrial Policy 2009-14 Entertainment tax 100% exemption for all cinema theatres newly constructed, including any new I-Max or Multiplex theatres situated within the limits of the local authority other than the Corporation of the City of Bangalore, for a period of three years is allowed as provided under Notification No.FD: 48:CEX: 96 dated 30-10-1996 and subject to the conditions stipulated therein. Entry tax Entry Tax as exempted in the Industrial Policy 2009-14. Investment subsidy Category A: 10% of the fixed assets subject to a maximum of Rs.10 lakhs Category B: 15% of the value of fixed assets subject to a maximum of Rs.15 lakhs Category C: 25% of the value of fixed assets subject to a maximum of Rs.25 lakhs Category D: 35% of the value of fixed assets subject to a maximum of Rs.35 lakhs Category E: 30% of the value of fixed assets subject to a maximum of Rs.30
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Category
2.
Other areas covered in the policy
Brief description lakh Industry will be allowed to purchase 5 acres of agricultural land at 100 selected tourist centres for construction of hotels. Concessional loans at 10% will be made available through Karnataka State Finance Corporation along with VAT exemption for 3 years. Guidelines for home stay units Wilderness tourism policy -2004 guidelines for wellness centers classification of taluks in Karnataka into zones for administering incentives & concessions under the Industrial Policy 2009-14 and the tourism policy Reconstitution of the district level tourism committee
*source: Karnataka Tourism Policy 2009-14 & State Industrial Policy 2009-14
2.5 New Tourism Initiatives

Some of the important tourism related initiatives being proposed by the government of Karnataka are: Development of Heli-tourism for improving connectivity to major tourism destinations. Prospective destinations identified include o Heritage tourism- base near Hampi, Pattadakal, Aihole and Bijapur o Coastal & religious tourism- base near Mangalore, Udupi, Kollur, Homadu, Sringeri, Karkala, Kundapur, Gokarna, Karwar Dharmasthala and Kukke Subramanya o Malnad- base near Shimoga or Mysore, Chickmagalur and Hassan Development of World Heritage Centers at Hampi and Pattadakal for a total estimated investment of Rs. 225 crore and development of a theme park at Hampi for an estimated project cost of Rs. 50 crore development of roads and infrastructure at Sringeri for Rs. 5 crore integrated development of Alamatti Dam for Rs. 16 crore Development of an integrated 18 hole golf course in Mangalore on PPP basis Development of an Aquamarine park at Mangalore on PPP basis Development of an International Convention Centre at Devanahalli for an estimated project cost of Rs. 1500 crore development of wayside amenities along the National Highways every 50 kilometres Night safari at Bannerghata National Park for an estimated cost of Rs. 178 crore Development of tourism projects on PPP basis across 18 destinations erection of tourism signage across important tourism locations Food craft institutes at Hassan and Mangalore Promote development of rural tourism in locations such as Kokre Bellur, Anegundi, Attiveri Bird Sanctuary and Kodagu. Identification of an additional four destinations is currently under way. planned development of hill stations such as Kemmanangundi and Nandi hills integrated development, in and around Shimoga district at a cost of Rs. 106 crore ( including Jog falls, Agumbe, Kollur, Banavasi etc) integrated development of Chickaballapur region Proposed development of heli tourism across four tourism circuits in the state on PPP basis
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proposed development of cruise tourism along the coastline of Karnataka development of wellness / medical tourism with Bangalore as a hub development of adventure tourism development of caravan tourism development of tourism roads through RIDF funding availed from NABARD Compilation of a land bank for tourism projects across the districts of Karnataka. The land bank covers both private land and land with the DoT. Private investors can contact the DoT for more information along with facilitation in interactions with private land owners.
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Initial screening of the Tourism Circuits
3.1 Based on secondary research

On the basis of the discussions with the state tourism department and stakeholder interactions with the travel and tour industry, the following tourism themes were identified. Heritage and culture - Hampi, Badami, Pattadakal, Aihole, Mysore palace, Srirangapatana etc Wild life and forests - National parks at Bandipur, BR Hills, Rajiv Gandhi National Park, Kudremukh National Park etc Beaches Mangalore, Karwar, Gokarna, Malpe etc Adventure sports- white water rafting (Dandeli, Kemphole, Sitanadi, Netravati), rock climbing (Ramnagar near Bangalore, Badami), trekking (Shimoga, Chikmagalur, Hassan, Kodagu ), angling( Cauvery fishing camp), aero sports (Hebbal in Bangalore) etc .Hill stations and scenic spots- Coorg, Chickmagalur, Agumbe BR Hills, Nandi Hills, Jog falls etc City tourism & MICE tourism- Bangalore and Mysore
Based on further discussions with the DoT, Karnataka, the following tourism circuits were identified for development. Circuit 1: Coastal Karnataka tourism circuit comprising tourism destinations in and around Mangalore, Udupi, rest of Dakshina and Uttara Kannada along the coastline extending up to Goa. Circuit 2: South Karnataka tourism circuit comprising tourism destinations in and around Bangalore- Mysore Hassan-Kodagu districts. Circuit 3: North Karnataka comprising tourism destinations in and around Hubli, Hampi, Badami, Pattadakal, Aihole, Bijapur, Bidar and Gulbarga Circuit 4: Religious tourism circuit comprising Buddhist, Hindu and Jain religious tourism destinations in and around Mysore, Mangalore, Udupi, Karwar etc. Based the carrying capacity assessment, tourism potential and discussion with the Department of Tourism, Karnataka, the Circuit 1 has been proposed as the Priority Circuit for the state of Karnataka..
3.2 Key parameters

An exercise was further carried out to identify and prioritise four circuits from the above circuits. The key parameters on the basis of which the prioritisation of circuits has been carried out are summarised below.
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3.2.1
Tourist profile
The type of tourist visiting a destination depends on the nature of destination. They can be broadly categorized into domestic and international tourists. This further affects the physical and socio-economic development of a destination as spending patterns determine the related multiplier effects. It also governs the type and scale of infrastructure required. 3.2.2 Capacity and sustainability
The carrying capacity1 assessment and sustainability of tourism in the circuits identified is an important component of the study as it will form the basis for resource allocation and future development. The carrying capacity assessment has been done separately for the circuits, based on city population (resident), population density and tourist population and density (floating population). The estimation has been done by comparing the total density with the city density norms for small, medium and large town / cities set by Urban Development Plan Formulation and Implementation Guidelines (UDPFI). Only such places have been considered that can offer a sustainable value proposition to the tourists such that when tourism products are offered in those places, they can be maintained as well. 3.2.3 Travel and tour
Generally, tour operators organize trips in such a way that only popular sites can be covered in a given period of time. This practice creates more pressure on such destinations. Therefore, while selecting the circuits, attempts have been made to promote the sites situated around these popular / saturated destinations which are relatively less developed. 3.2.4 Safety
Tourist safety has been considered and attempts have been made not to incorporate any such destination which is already adversely affected in terms of law and order.
Carrying capacity is defined as maximum number of individuals than a given environment can support without any adverse impact on it.
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Stakeholder Consultation
4.1 Government of Karnataka

After the initial identification of tourism circuits, discussions were held with the officials of the Department of Tourism, Karnataka and other stakeholders such as tour operators for short-listing the four priority circuits. The DoT has already developed detailed project reports for some of the major circuits identified, where there is a major shortfall in available tourism infrastructure. Hence based on the discussions, the following tourism circuits and destinations have been identified for further study. 4.1.1 Four major tourism circuits 1. Circuit 1: Coastal Karnataka tourism circuit comprising tourism destinations in and around Mangalore, Udupi, rest of Dakshina and Uttara Kannada along the coastline extending up to Karwar. 2. Circuit 2: South Karnataka tourism circuit comprising tourism destinations in and around Bangalore, Mysore & Hassan 3. Circuit 3: North Karnataka comprising tourism destinations in and around Hubli, Hampi, Badami, Pattadakal, Aihole, Bijapur, Bidar and Gulbarga 4. Circuit 4: Religious tourism circuit comprising Buddhist, Hindu and Jain religious tourism destinations in and around Mysore, Mangalore, Udupi, Karwar etc. 4.1.2 Tourism Park
The DoT is currently in possession of around 80 acres of land at Vijayanagara, near Hampi (one of the most important heritage destinations in Karnataka and a UNESCO World Heritage Site). The site area is more than the minimum required area of 50 acres as prescribed by the Ministry of Tourism. Hence the Department of Tourism, Karnataka is proposing for the development of a Tourism Park in the identified site. 4.1.3 Rural tourism
The DoT has currently identified for development two rural tourism clusters comprising the following villages, namely: Rural Tourism Cluster 1: This includes Nagamangala (silk manufacture & processing, traditional bronze casting & figures), Channapatana (manufacture of traditional wooden toys with Geographical Indicator registration) and Ramanagara (sericulture, pottery, terracotta & stone carving). 27 | P a g e
Rural Tourism Cluster 2: The cluster includes the Sandur (traditional handicrafts, stone carving, Lambani embroidery with Geographical Indicator registration), Kinhal (traditional wood carving & toys with Geographical Indicator registration, murals & wall hangings), Ilkal (handlooms & saris with Geographical Indicator registration, red stone carving) grapes, wine making, cashew processing). and Torvi (cultivation of
4.2 Carrying Capacity Analysis

Tourism carrying capacity (TCC) is defined as the maximum number of people that may visit the tourist destination without causing destruction of the physical, economic and socio cultural environment and an unacceptable decrease in the quality of visitors satisfaction. (Alvin Chandy, 2009). The assessment of TCC is based on three major indicators: Physical-Ecological Socio-Demographic Political- Economic.
1. Physical and Ecological Indicators are based on fixed components (ecological capacity, assimilative capacity) and flexible components (infrastructure systems like water supply, electricity, transportation, etc). 2. Socio -demographic Indicators refer to social and demographic issues and importance to local communities, as they relate to the presence and growth of tourism. Some of these can be expressed in quantitative terms but most require suitable socio- psychological research. 3. Political-economic Indicators refer to the impacts of tourism on local economic structures, activities, etc. including competition to other sectors. The objective of the interventions intended by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India is to improve the quality and quantity of tourism infrastructure at tourist destinations/circuits in a sustainable manner. Hence, for the purposes of this report the primary focus would be on the Physical and Ecological Indicators. It is expected that improvement in physical infrastructure at destinations/circuits would translate into improvements in the socio-demographic and political-economic conditions of these places.
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Figure 13: Methodology for Carrying Capacity Analysis

Resident Population Density Domestic Tourist Density Foreign Tourist Density UDPFI Density Normalizing Density
Aggregate Peak Density
Carrying Capacity Density
Existing Load
Carrying Capacity
Available Capacity = Carrying Capacity Existing Load
The methodology for evaluating the available carrying capacity for the tourist destinations is illustrated in Figure 13 and is described below. I. Calculation of Existing Load (LEXISTING) This is done by calculating the following: a. Resident Population Density (RP): This was derived by dividing the existing resident population of the tourist town by its area in hectares (ha.) b. Domestic Tourist Density (DT ): This was derived as follows: Step 1. Domestic Tourist Arrival (TD): Domestic tourist arrivals during peak season (days) was determined. Step 2. Domestic Tourist stay days in peak seasons (TDSP): Domestic tourist arrival was multiplied by average number of days of tourist stay at that tourist town. TDSP = TD * Stay Average Days Step 3. Average number of tourist staying per day during peak season ( DSP ): This was evaluated by diving the number of tourist stay days per season by the number of days comprising the peak season DSP = Stay Average Days / Days Peak Season
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Step 4. of
Domestic Tourist Density (DT): This was evaluated by diving Average number tourist staying per day during peak season by area of tourist town in hectares. DT = PS / Area
c. Foreign Tourist Density (FT ): This was derived as follows: Step 1. Foreign (days) Tourist Arrival (TF): Foreign tourist arrivals during peak season was determined
Step 2. Tourist stay days in peak seasons (TFSP): Foreign tourist arrival was multiplied by average number of day of stay for tourist at that tourist town. TFSP = TF * Stay Average Days Step 3. Average number of tourist staying per day during peak season(FSP) : This was evaluated by diving the number of tourist stay days per season by the number of days comprising the peak season FSP = Stay Average Days / Days Peak Season Step 4. Foreign Tourist Density: This was evaluated by diving Average number of tourist staying per day during peak season by area of tourist town in hectares. FT = PS / Area Aggregate Peak Density (APD) = Resident Population Density + Domestic Tourist Density + Foreign Tourist Density APD = RP + DT + FT
Existing Load (LEXISTING) = Aggregate Peak Density * Area of the town LEXISTING = APD * Area II. Estimation of Carrying Capacity (CC) a. UDPFI Density (DUDPFI): The Urban Development Plan Formulation and
Implementation Guidelines (UDPFI, 1996) guidelines classifies the towns on the basis of population as follows: Table 9: UDPFI Density Limits
Towns Small Town Medium Town Large City Population Less than 50000 50000 - 500000 More than 500000 Upper Limit Density (PPH) 125 150 150
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Towns Metro Cities Small Hill Town Medium Hill Town Large Hill Town
Population
Upper Limit Density (PPH) 175
20000 20000-80000 More than 80000
75 90 90
Source: UDPFI Guidelines, 1996 The densities suggested by the UDPFI guidelines as shown in the table above are for the standard cases. Tourist towns which vary from highly eco-sensitive sanctuaries to highly dense pilgrimage places have specific characteristics and carrying capacities. Thus, UDPFI densities need to be adjusted to account for these factors, which is done with the help of Normalizing Density () Normalizing Density () Normalizing density is evaluated as follows: 1. Sites were evaluated on a normalizing index (Ni) of range -10 to +10 -10 -9 -8 -7 -6 -5 -4 -3 -2 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Decreasing Density
Increasing Density
Negative Indices were adopted for sites where densities were to be allowed on a conservative scale (i.e. for example places which are ecologically sensitive). Positive Indices were adopted for sites where densities were to be allowed at higher values than prevailing such as pilgrimage towns etc. 2. The values of the indices were evaluated based on a qualitative assessment with respect to the Physical Ecological indicators. The indicators which were assessed for the category wise tourist places are summarized below: Table 10: Physical and Ecological Indicators
Physical Ecological Indicators Biodiversity Air Quality Noise Pollution Availability of Power Thematic Areas Coastal Islands Area
Protected Areas
Rural Areas
Mountain Resorts 1. 2.
Urban, Historic
Pilgrimage Place
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Water Waste Management Cultural heritage Tourist infrastructure Land Availability Quality of Transport Infrastructure
3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
(EEA Countries, Dec, 2001) Normalizing Density () was calculated by multiplying a factor of 10pph by the Normalizing index. Normalizing Density () = 10* Ni (The value of 10pph was derived by establishing the boundary conditions of lower and upper sustainable densities for tourist towns of the relevant categories. To establish the lower limit, reference was made to the capacity norms cited by World Tourism Organization WTO (Inskeep, 1991). The upper limit was established by determining the densities for saturated tourist towns.) The Normalizing index (Ni) was evaluated as follows: Each of the applicable indicators for the corresponding thematic area (to which the tourist destination/circuits belong) was ranked on a scale of 010. The average of the indicators would give the value of the Normalizing index (Ni). Carrying Capacity Density (CCD) was calculated by summing up the Upper Limit of the relevant UDPFI density with the Normalizing Density Carrying Capacity Density (CCD) = DUDPFI + Carrying Capacity (CC) was calculated by multiplying the carrying capacity density with the Area of the respective town in hectares. Carrying Capacity (CC) = CCD * Area of Town Available Capacity was finally evaluated by finding the difference between the Carrying Capacity of the tourist town and the Existing Load in the town.
Available Capacity = Carrying Capacity (CC) - Existing Load (LEXISTING)
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Table 11: Social and Demographic Indicators

Social Demographic Indicators Demography Tourist Flows Social Behavioral Aspects Health Hygiene Safety & Coastal Area Islands Thematic Areas Protected Rural Mountain Areas Areas Resorts Urban & Historic Pilgrimage Place
&
(Countries, Dec, 2001) Table 12: Political Economic Indicators

Political Economic Indicators Thematic Areas Coastal Area Islands Protected Areas Rural Areas Mountain Resorts Urban & Historic Pilgrimage Place
Tourism Earnings and Investment Employment Public Expenditure and Revenue
(Countries, Dec, 2001) Table 13: Evaluation Criterion of Physical and Ecological Indicators
Physical Ecological Indicators Biodiversity Air Quality Noise Pollution Availability of Power Water Waste Management Cultural & Heritage Evaluation Criterion Threatened species, Protected areas as a % of territory and type of ecosystem Population exposure to air pollution - Sox & Nox emission intensities Sensitivity to noise pollutions. Allowable decibels limit if specified. Hours of regular power supply from all energy sources. Intensity of Use of water resources. Drinking water availability @135lpcd. Generation of waste, Movement of hazardous waste, Availability of waste management system Listed Buildings and scheduled ancient monuments at risk. No. of community heritage groups active. Cultural traditions and communities which are at a risk of getting extinct. Availability of tourist infrastructure such as on site accommodation, wayside amenities, signages, restaurants, public convenience, petrol pumps etc. Area of Land available for tourism development. Inter and Intra city transport connectivity in tourist towns. Availability of Last Mile connectivity.
Tourist infrastructure
Land Availability Quality of Transport Infrastructure
(White V., 2006)
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4.3 Town wise Carrying Capacity Assessment

Tble 14 shows the Town wise carrying capacity assessment done for the priority circuit. Table 14: Town wise Carrying Capacity Assessment
Tourist Town Mangalore Destinations Covered Mangalore, Bappanad, Kaup, Malpe, St.Mary's Island, Mattu, Barkur, Gangoli, Trasi, Maravanthe Existing Load Carrying Capacity 2010 2516550 Available Capacity Existing Load Carrying Capacity 2020 2516550 Available Capacity
498285
2018265
722443
1794107
Udupi
138670
1297700
1159030
150506
1297700
1147194
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Existing Infrastructure Status
5.1 Introduction to the Circuit 1

The destinations in Circuit 1 are located across the districts of Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Uttara Kannada, which cover the major coastal regions of Karnataka. The tourism destinations identified consists of a number of major and emerging destinations. The city of Mangalore is the largest urban centre in the circuit and the natural entry point cum hub for the destinations in Circuit 1. Given the geographic spread of the tourism destinations, there are other towns which can be secondary hubs cum accommodation points in addition to Mangalore, namely Udupi and Karwar. The Circuit 1 forms a longitudinal circuit along the Karnataka coastline with the distance between both ends being around 290 kilometres. Figure 14: Geographical distribution of Circuit 1- Coastal Circuit
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Circuit (Circuit 1). For example, Murudeshwar is noted primarily as a pilgrim destination along with the beach. However in the discussion on the Priority Circuit, the infrastructure gap assessment would be primarily carried out for the beach development, with the temple infrastructure gap assessment identified separately in the Circuit 4. Therefore the net tourism infrastructure development envisaged in the Circuit 1 would include the projects identified in this report and the religious destinations identified in the Circuit 4, which fall within the regions identified in Circuit 1. 5.1.1 Major Tourism Products The major tourism products in the Circuit 1 can be categorised as given below: Beaches Thalapady beach, beaches in Mangalore (Ullal, Panambur, Thanner bhavi, Someshwar, Sasihithlu, Surathkal), Kaup (Kapu) beach, Malpe beach, Trasi & Maravanthe beaches, Murudeshwar beach, Apsara Konda beach, beaches in Gokarna (Om, Kudle) Backwaters Bappanad (Mulki), Mattu (Matti), Barkur, Gangoli / Rajadi Islands- St. Marys Island, Netrani Island Scenic spots- Pilikula in Mangalore (including Biological Park, Zoo, Science Center, Cultural Artisan Village, Water Park), Yana rock formations Wildlife Sanctuaries- Dandeli wildlife sanctuary
5.1.2 Tourist Arrivals The destinations in Circuit 1 are located across the three coastal districts of Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Uttara Kannada. The contribution of the above districts to the overall tourist inflows to Karnataka is provided in the Table 15 below. The three districts contribute around 16% of the total tourist inflows to Karnataka and 8.6% of international visitors. Table 15: Tourist arrivals in Circuit 1 Destinations in 2011 Domestic International Total 8,769,681 2,577 2,751,891 10,477 2,005,769 36,533
Destination Dakshina Kannada Udupi Uttara Kannada
8,772,258 2,762,368 2,042,302
The relative contribution of the tourism destinations in Circuit 1 to the overall tourist numbers for Karnataka is indicated in Table 15. The figures have been provided for the destinations for which statistics are available with the Department of Tourism, Karnataka. Based on these statistics, the destinations contribute 4% of the overall tourist inflows to the state and 8% of the international tourist inflows.
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Table 16: Contribution of some of the destinations in Circuit 1 to tourism numbers

Destination Pilikula Nisarga Dhama Udupi- Shri Krishna Temple Malpe beach Maravanthe beach Someshwara beach Rabindranath Tagore beach & Devbagh beach Gokarna Yana Murudeshwara beach Dandeli sanctuary Om beach Total Contribution to tourist inflow in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi & Uttara Kannada districts in percentage Domestic 584,555 543,604 571,346 133,512 88,838 202,711 456,538 106,064 427,880 41,110 201,020 3,357,178 25% International 2,114 1,946 4,140 499 681 759 4,536 4,689 14,361 65 11,393 45,183 91% Total 586,669 545,550 575,486 134,011 89,519 203,470 461,074 110,753 442,241 41,175 212,413 3,402,361 25%
An interesting aspect is that destinations not indicated in Table 16 (mainly religious destinations covered in the Circuit 4 & destinations for which statistics are not available) contribute massively to domestic tourist numbers (around 3 times) for Circuit 1. However, the destinations indicated in Table 16 contribute around 91% of the overall tourist inflows to the districts covered in Circuit 1. The destinations in Circuit 1 provide a combination of beaches, backwaters and scenic destinations which already attract significant numbers of tourists. The tourism products along the Circuit 1 are also similar in terms of attractiveness and quality to destinations along the same coastline, in neighbouring states, such as Goa and Kerala. Based on the discussions with the DoT, Karnataka, it is understood that the government of Karnataka has identified the development of the Circuit 1 as a priority for the development of tourism in Karnataka. The lack of basic tourism infrastructure has been identified as a major issue for development of this circuit in terms of attracting more tourists and in extending the duration of visit. Development of tourism infrastructure is also expected to increase private sector interest and private tourism investment in the region around the Circuit 1. Hence, the DoT has recommended the selection of the Circuit 1 as the priority circuit for development of tourism infrastructure.
5.2 Infrastructure status

Site visits have been conducted for the destinations identified in Circuit 1 with a gap assessment carried out for identified infrastructure categories. The gap assessment has been done on a qualitative basis for the following infrastructure categories summarised below: o Transport and connectivity
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o o o o
Utilities such as power, water, etc Accommodation Way side amenities Maintenance and management of built heritage/tourist attractions
The assessment of tourism infrastructure in Circuit 1 is discussed in the sections below. The destinations discussed below have been rated on a scale of A to C, where A denotes Good, B denotes Fair and C denotes Poor.
5.3 Destinations in Circuit 1

5.3.1 Mangalore City: hub for Circuit 1
Mangalore is the fourth largest city in Karnataka and the primary port city of the state. The New Mangalore Port, the only major port in Karnataka is located in Mangalore. The city is a major centre for port based activities, agricultural processing, chemicals & fertilisers, petrochemicals and IT/ ITES industries. The Table 17 provides a snapshot of Mangalore city. Table 17: Snapshot of Mangalore city
# 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Category Population Area Location Number of wards Accessibility Description / Parameter 484,785 (Census 2011) 132.45 square kilometres 350 km from Bangalore on the western coast of India 60 Mangalore International Airport at Bajpe Mangalore Central Railway station & Mangalore Junction Railway station National Highways including NH-17, NH-48, NH-13 New Mangalore Port Religious destinations such as Kudroli Sri Gokarnatheshwara temple, Kadri Sri Manjunatha temple, Shri Mangaladevi temple, St. Aloysious Chapel, Masjid Zeenath Baksh Mosque Beach destinations such as Panambur, Ullal, Someshwar, Surathkal, Sasihithlu Pilikula Nisarga Dhama Biological Park / Zoo, Science Centre, Cultural / Artisan Village, Water Park Kadri Hill Park Sultan Bathery remains of battery developed during the rule of Tipu Sultan There are more than 25 hotels ranging from 1-5 star category in Mangalore city.
6.
Major tourism destinations
7.
Accommodation
*source: Mangalore city corporation website
An overview of the tourist destinations covered in the Circuit 1 is provided in Table 18.
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Table 18: Overview of tourism destinations in Circuit 1

No 1. Destination Thaneer bhavi beach (Mangalore) Comments Located towards the edge of a peninsular portion of land between the Gurupur river and the Arabian sea , near the New Mangalore Port Around 12 km from Mangalore city & a relatively undeveloped beach Located around 15 km from Mangalore city and is a popular tourism destination Most popular beach in Mangalore and located around 12 km from the city. A number of carnivals and beach festivals are held during the tourist season from October to January e.g- Kite festival held every 2 years Located around 20 km from Mangalore and overlooked by the Someshwar temple atop a hill Rocky beach known for rock formations known as Rudra Shile Located around 25 km from Mangalore Relatively underdeveloped beach with potential for development of beach resorts Located around 15 km from Mangalore and around 2 km from the National Institute of Technology, Surathkal Relatively undeveloped beach with significant potential for development Located around 20 km from Mangalore Relatively underdeveloped beach located near the point where the Thalapady & Uchil rivers join the sea Adjacent to mangrove plantations Located at Mudushedde around 10 km from Mangalore Integrated nature park over an area of around 370 acres and is one of the most popular destinations in the city Attractions include biological park / zoo, science centre, lake with boating facilities, cultural / artisan village, Manasa water park, Pilikula golf course Watch tower built by Tipu Sultan and located around 4 km from Mangalore overlooking the Gurupur river Currently a local sightseeing destination Garden cum park located 5 km from Mangalore city It is the second largest park in Mangalore after the Pilikula Nisargadhama The park is a popular destination and also has a snake park, zoo and a toy train Located around 33 km from Mangalore near Mulki and known for the Bappanadu temple Potential for development of backwater tourism Prominent beach location and located around 15 km from Manipal and is a major attraction for the student population in Manipal The lighthouse on the beach is one of the major highlights Major university town under Udupi City Municipality with a number of important educational institutions under the Manipal University
2. 3.
Ullal beach (Mangalore) Panambur beach (Mangalore)
4.
Someshwar beach (Mangalore)
5.
Sasihithlu beach (Mangalore)
6.
Surathkal beach (Mangalore)
7.
Thalapady beach (near Mangalore)
8.
Pilikula Nisargadhama (Mangalore)
9.
Sultan Battery (Mangalore)
10.
Kadri hill park
11.
Bappanad (Mulki)
12.
Kaup (Kapu beach)- Udupi
13.
Manipal
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No 14.
Destination Malpe beach (Udupi)
15.
St. Marys Island
16. 17.
Mattu Barkur
18. 19.
Gangoli & Rajadi Trasi beach
20. 21.
Maravanthe beach Murudeshwar beach
22.
Netrani island
23.
Gokarna beach
24. 25.
Om beach (Gokarna) Kudle beach (Gokarna)
26.
Apsara Konda
27.
Yana
Comments Located around 8 km from Udupi town and is one of the most popular beach destinations around Udupi It is more suitable for swimming and water based activities compared to the other beaches nearby Set of four islands located off Malpe and known for their distinctive geological formation of columnar basaltic lava Accessed by means of a boat ride from Malpe and has no human habitation One of the 26 geological monuments of India as declared by the Geological Survey of India in 2001 Located around 27 km from Udupi and near Katpady Potential for development of backwater tourism Located around 18 km from Udupi Number of ancient temples and remains of fort located in Barkur Potential for development of beach tourism Located near Kundapura Potential for development of backwater tourism Located around 14 km from Kundapur town Relatively under developed beach with access from NH-66 and potential for beach tourism development Located around 15 km from Kundapur with potential for beach tourism development Known for the Murudeshwara temple and the Murudeshwara beach Potential for beach tourism given the large number of people also visiting the Murudeshwar temple overlooking the beach Island located around 20 km by sea from Murudeshwar Coral island and is known for snorkelling and scuba diving and is a biodiversity hotspot Visiting the island requires clearances from the Indian Navy Main beach destination for the town and the one frequented by Indian visitors Most accessible beach by road Potential for development as a beach destination , also considering the proximity to Goa Om beach is accessible by foot and is around a km from Gokarna town Relatively less crowded beach in Gokarna and accessible by foot (around 2 km) from Gokarna town just beyond Om beach Located around 8 km from Honnavar and around 30 km from Murudeshwar Attractions include a small waterfalls accessed through a temple and a beach beyond A beach park is under development by the Department of Tourism Relatively quiet and undeveloped beach Renowned for two spectacular rock formations located in the Western Ghats- Bhairaveshwara Shikara and Mohini Shikhara Located around 40 km from Sirsi and 20 km from Kumta
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Destination
28.
Dandeli wildlife sanctuary and Kali river
29.
Rabindranath Tagore beach (Karwar)
30.
Devbagh island (Karwar)
Comments Accessed by a pathway through the forest and is known for the Swayambhu Shiva Linga within a cave in the Bhairaveshwara Shikhara A waterfall named Vibhuti waterfalls is also an important attraction Located around 110 km from Karwar Second largest wildlife sanctuary in Karnataka and designated as a tiger reserve along with the neighbouring Anshi National Park River rafting is done along the Virnoli rapids along the Kali river Other attractions include Kavala caves, Kulgi nature camp, Kali adventure camp run by Jungle Lodges & Resorts, Supa dam, which is a hydel dam built across the Kali river is also an attraction for visitors to Dandeli Main beach for Karwar and also has facilities such as a beach park, toy train with a track alongside the beach, musical fountain and watch tower. Potential for development as an important beach along with measures to prevent sea erosion Peninsula located around 7 km from Karwar Resort operated by Jungle Lodges &Resorts.
View of Sultan Battery Mangalore
View from the Sultan Battery
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View of approach to Pilikula Nisargadhama
View of Kaup beach
View of Kaup beach and lighthouse
View of Barkur backwaters
View of Trasi beach
View of Maravanthe beach with sea beach on right and river on left
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View of Gokarna beach from hill near Om beach
View of Kudle beach near Gokarna
View of Om beach
View of rocks near Om beach
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View of Karwar beach (Tagore beach)
View of landscaping in Tagore beach Karwar
View of Warship museum- Tagore beach
Figure 15: Circuit 1 destinations

Dandeli
Karwar
Yana
Gokarna Murudeshwar
Apsara konda Trasi / Maravanthe
Gangoli St.Marys Island
Barkur
Matti
Udupi
Mulki
Mangalore
Thalapady beach
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5.4 SWOT analysis

Based on the assessment carried out during the visit to the Circuit 1, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) analysis has been carried out as summarised below. 5.4.1 Strengths Mangalore the primary hub enjoys good connectivity with domestic and international destinations via air, rail and road. Most of the tourism destinations in Circuit 1 also have good connectivity with Mangalore and the support hubs such as Udupi and Karwar. NHAI is already upgrading the national highway from Thalapady to Kundapur to a four lane road which would serve a significant portion of the circuit Significant tourist inflows already present in many of the tourism destinations. Diversity and quality of tourism assets in terms of beaches, scenic destinations, backwaters, wildlife sanctuaries & adventure tourism, historical monuments etc. 5.4.2 Weaknesses Lack of tourism infrastructure at many of the tourism destinations including public conveniences, drinking water facilities, parking, food & beverages etc. Lack of quality wayside amenities and public conveniences on the way to some of the tourism destinations State of approach roads to some of the tourism destinations is an issue for tourists visiting the tourism destinations in terms of maintenance and carriage way. Cleanliness and waste management is an issue in some of the beach destinations Need to provide adequate safety measures such as lifeguards in some of the beaches due to strong currents in the sea and isolated nature Lack of quality accommodation facilities near the tourism destinations away from the urban areas Need for coordinate development of tourism infrastructure by the DoT and the specific district administration 5.4.3 Opportunities Significant potential for development of beach tourism, given that Karnataka shares the same coastline with Goa and Kerala. Potential for promotion of backwater tourism, which is in a nascent stage in Karnataka Significant interest in the private sector for tourism projects especially near the coast Growth of tourism would enable better economic opportunities for people living on the sea coast 45 | P a g e
5.4.4
Threats Need to balance the development possible with CRZ regulations along the sea coast Waste management and cleanliness is an issue for some of the popular beaches and needs to be managed, given the potential increase in tourists Need to manage the growth of backwater tourism, by learning from the experience of Kerala and adapting best practices Availability of adequate manpower for tourism is an issue for private players
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Project Identification, Block Cost Estimate, Implementation and Funding
Based on the preliminary survey carried out for the Circuit 1, a process of identification of proposed projects has been carried out. The list of projects has been developed based on the felt infrastructure needs for the major tourism destinations in Circuit 1. The key projects identified for the Circuit 1 are summarised in Table 19. Table 19: Project identification, block cost estimate, implementation & funding for the Circuit 1
Location Project Indicative cost in Rs. Crore 200 0.2 0.3 Mode of funding PPP Public Public Implementing agency DoT DoT DoT Existing scheme PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
Thaneerbhavi (Mangalore) Sultan Battery (Mangalore)
Aquamarine park at Thaneerbhavi over 20 acres of beach facing land Provision of parking facilities over 0.5-1 acre Tourist information & amenities center with public conveniences (10 toilets) adjacent to the battery complex Provision of food kiosks (3-5) along with the tourism amenities centre renovation of the battery complex Upgradation of road around 2 kms leading to the Battery complex
0.2 0.5 1 0.5
PPP Public Public Public
DoT DoT / Dept of archaeology DoT DoT
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
Beach at Ullal (Mangalore)
Tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities , changing rooms Development of landscaped walkway with pedestrian seating along the beach Provision of high mast lighting along the beach (Around 4 nos) Life guards watch tower and cabin Solid waste management collection of waste on beach and
0.32
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.2 0.1 0.2 0.85 0.2 1
Public Public Public PPP Public PPP
DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
Kiosks for food and beverages (3-5) Upgrading parking facilities Development of water sports activities such as water scooters, parasailing
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Location
Project
Panambur beach (Mangalore)
Tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities, changing rooms Upgradation / development of landscaped walkway with pedestrian seating along the beach Provision of high mast lighting along the beach (Around 4 nos)
Indicative cost in Rs. Crore 0.5
Mode of funding Public
Implementing agency DoT
Existing scheme PIDDC
0.23
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.2
Public
DoT
PIDDC
Life guards watch tower and cabin Someshwar Beach (Mangalore) Tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities, changing rooms Development of landscaped walkway with pedestrian seating along the beach Provision of high mast lighting along the beach (Around 4 nos)
0.1 0.5
Public Public
DoT DoT
PIDDC PIDDC
0.78
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.2
Public
DoT
PIDDC
Life guards watch tower and cabin Solid waste management collection of waste on beach and
0.1 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.1 0.5
Public Public PPP Public Public Public
Kiosks for food and beverages (510) Upgrading parking facilities Provision of signages Surathkal beach (Mangalore) Tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities Development of landscaped walkway with pedestrian seating along the beach Provision of high mast lighting along the beach (Around 4 nos)
0.16
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.2
Public
DoT
PIDDC
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Location
Project
Indicative cost in Rs. Crore 0.1 0.2 0.85 0.1 0.2 0.5
Mode of funding Public Public PPP Public Public Public
Implementing agency DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT
Existing scheme PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
Kiosks for food and beverages (3-5) and restaurant / food court Provision of signages Upgrading parking facilities Sasihithlu beach (Mangalore) Tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities, changing rooms Development of landscaped walkway with pedestrian seating along the beach Provision of high mast lighting along the beach (Around 4 nos) Life guards watch tower and cabin Solid waste management collection of waste on beach and
0.26
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.2 0.1 0.2 0.1 0.2 0.1 50
Public Public Public PPP Public Public PPP
DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
Kiosks for food and beverages (3-5) Upgrading parking facilities Provision of signages Pilikula (Mangalore) site under Vamanjoor TB Hospital of around 18 acres Convention centre & star hotel/ resort over 12 acres of land
River cruise on Netravati / Gurupur rivers
Heritage theme park based on Karavalli and Malnad traditions in around 6 acres of land River cruise with single / double decker vessel of capacity of around 50 people along Netravati / Gurupur river along with jetty and other infrastructure Upgradation and widening of existing approach road of around 2 km
10
PPP
DoT
PIDDC
2.5
PPP
DoT
PIDDC
Public
DoT
PIDDC
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Location
Project
Upgradation of existing viewpoint structure at Netravati- Gurupur sangam with pedestrian seating Development of waterfront spaces along with jetty for operation of river cruise and restaurants Thalapady beach Tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities Development of landscaped walkway with seating along the beach Life guards watch tower and cabin Solid waste management collection of waste on beach and
Indicative cost in Rs. Crore 1
PPP
DoT
PIDDC
0.5
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.32
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.1 0.2
Public Public
DoT DoT
PIDDC PIDDC
Kiosks for food and beverages(3-5) Development of parking facilities Provision of signages Upgradation of road leading to beach Kadri Hill Park (Mangalore) Upgradation of landscaping in the park and provision of landscaped pathways with seating along with lighting Upgradation of existing facilities in the childrens park Provision of musical fountain with facilities for illumination Bappanad (Mulki) Development of houseboat terminal with jetty for berthing 4-5 house boats, tourism amenities & information centre, public conveniences (10 toilets), drinking water facility Food kiosks (3-5)
0.2 0.2 0.1 1 3
PPP PPP Public Public Public
DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT / Dept of Horticulture
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
0.2 0.7 1.5
Public Public PPP
DoT / Dept of Horticulture DoT / Dept of Horticulture DoT
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
0.2
Public
DoT
PIDDC
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Location
Project
Operation of houseboat services (23) for tourists Operation of motor boats (2-3) Kaup (Kapu) beach Tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities , changing rooms Development of landscaped walkway with seating along the beach Life guards watch tower and cabin Solid waste management collection of waste on beach and
Indicative cost in Rs. Crore 1.5 0.1 0.5
Mode of funding PPP PPP Public
Implementing agency DoT DoT DoT
Existing scheme PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
0.39
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.1 0.2
Public Public
DoT DoT
PIDDC PIDDC
Kiosks for food and beverages(3-5) Development of parking facilities Upgradation of pathway from road leading to beach Provision of signages Upgradation of road leading to beach Malpe Beach Augmentation of tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities
0.2 0.2 0.14 0.1 1 0.5
PPP PPP Public Public Public Public
0.1 0.2 0.5 0.2
Public Public PPP PPP
DoT DoT DoT DoT
Water sports activities such as water scooters, parasailing Kiosks / beach shacks for food and beverages(5-10)
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Location
Project
St. Mary's Island
Tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities, food & beverages Development of high end eco-camps (10 -15 nos) at designated spots on St.Mary's island Procurement of 2-3 motor boats for access to island from Malpe
0.34
PPP
DoT
PIDDC
0.1 1.5 0.2
PPP PPP PPP
DoT DoT DoT
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
Mattubackwaters
Operation of houseboat services (23) for tourists Operation of motor boats (2-3) and coracle boats (2-3) Development of jetty for berthing 23 house boats, public conveniences (5-10 toilets), drinking water facility, food & beverages Development of jetty for berthing 23 house boats, public conveniences (5-10 toilets), drinking water facility, food & beverages
PPP
DoT
PIDDC
Barkur backwaters
PPP
DoT
PIDDC
Operation of houseboat services (23) for tourists Operation of motor boats (2-3) and coracle boats (2-3)
1.5 0.2
PPP PPP
DoT DoT
PIDDC PIDDC
Gangolibackwaters
Development of jetty for berthing 23 house boats, public conveniences (5-10 toilets), drinking water facility, food & beverages Operation of houseboat services (23) for tourists Operation of motor boats (2-3) and coracle boats (2-3)
PPP
DoT
PIDDC
1.5 0.2 0.5
PPP PPP Public
DoT DoT DoT
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
Trasi beach
Tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities
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Location
Project
Indicative cost in Rs. Crore 0.1 0.2
Mode of funding Public Public
Implementing agency DoT DoT
Existing scheme PIDDC PIDDC
Kiosks for food and beverages(3-5) Upgradation of existing parking space Provision of signages Development of eco-friendly beach resort with around 25 room keys and restaurant , water sports facilities in 3 acres of DoT land
0.2 0.2 0.1 7
Public Public Public PPP
DoT DoT DoT DoT
Maravanthe beach
Tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities Development of landscaped walkway with seating along the beach Life guards watch tower and cabin Solid waste management collection of waste on beach and
0.5
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.32
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.1 0.2
Public Public
DoT DoT
PIDDC PIDDC
Kiosks for food and beverages(3-5) Development of parking facilities Provision of high mast lights Provision of signages Development of resort (20 keys) with restaurant, civic amenities & facilities for houseboats, water sports etc in 3 acres of DoT land
0.2 0.2 0.2 0.1 8
PPP PPP Public Public PPP
DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT
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Location
Project
Udupi and Murudeshwar
Murudeshwar beach
Development of at least 2-3 wayside amenities on PPP basis on private land along the stretch of NH including parking space, restaurants & snack counters, public conveniences over around 0.5-1 acre of land depending on land extent Tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities Development of landscaped walkway with seating along the beach front Life guards watch tower and cabin Solid waste management collection of waste on beach and
Mode of funding PPP
0.5
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.58
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.1 0.2 0.8
Public Public PPP
DoT DoT DoT
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
Kiosks for food and beverages(5-10) and restaurant Upgradation of parking facilities Provision of high mast lighting Provision of signages Motor boats (5 nos)- 2 -4 seater with associated equipment for short rides into the Arabian Sea Development of water sports activities such as water scooters, parasailing Development of at least 1-2 wayside amenities on PPP basis on private land along the road connecting Yan and Kumta Including parking space, restaurants & snack counters, public conveniences over around 0.5-1 acre of land depending on land extent Upgradation of existing parking space
0.2 0.2 0.1 0.25
Public Public Public PPP
DoT DoT DoT DoT
0.5
PPP
DoT
PIDDC
1.4
PPP
DoT
PIDDC
Yana
0.2
Public
DoT/ Dept of Forest
PIDDC
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Location
Project
Upgradation of pathway (0.5 km) Solid waste management
to Yana
Indicative cost in Rs. Crore 0.3 0.2
Mode of funding Public Public
Implementing agency DoT/ Dept of Forest DoT/ Dept of Forest DoT/ Dept of Forest DoT/ Dept of Forest DoT/ Dept of Forest DoT/ Dept of Forest
Existing scheme PIDDC PIDDC
Food kiosks adjacent to parking space (3-5) Signages Upgradation of pathway to Vibhuti falls Creation of trekking trails from Bhairaveshwara / Mohini Shikaras to designated areas in forest
0.2 0.1 0.1 0.1
PPP Public Public Public
Development of eco-camps (5-10) for trekkers visiting the area
0.12
PPP
DoT/ Dept of Forest
PIDDC
Gokarna beach
0.5
Public
DoT
PIDDC
1.16
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.1 0.2
Public Public
DoT DoT
PIDDC PIDDC
Provision of high mast lighting Kiosks for food and beverages(3-5) Provision of signages Development of parking facilities Upgradation of road leading to beach
0.2 0.2 0.1 0.2 2
Public PPP Public PPP Public
DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT
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Location
Project
Om beach
Tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities Development of landscaped walkway with pedestrian seating along the beach Life guards watch tower and cabin Solid waste management collection of waste on beach and
0.52
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.1 0.2 0.2 0.1 0.2 2 0.5
Public Public PPP Public PPP Public Public
Kiosks for food and beverages(5-10) Provision of signages Development of parking facilities Upgradation of road leading to beach Upgradation of pathway leading to beach along with lighting
Kudle beach
0.5
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.45
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.1 0.2
Public Public
DoT DoT
PIDDC PIDDC
Kiosks for food and beverages(3-5) Provision of signages Upgradation of pathway leading to beach from Gokarna with lighting facilities
0.2 0.1 0.78
PPP Public Public
DoT DoT DoT
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
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Location
Project
Apsara kondabeach and falls
Upgradation of road to Apsarkonda beach (2 km from NH)
Provision of pedestrian walkway from temple to Apsara Konda falls
0.20
Public
DoT/ trust
Temple
PIDDC
Provision of changing rooms and public conveniences / e-toilets / biotoilets (5 nos) Development of walkway to beach park from falls Tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities Development of landscaped walkway with seating along the beach Life guards watch tower and cabin Solid waste management system and collection of waste on beach Upgradation of parking facilities Provision of signages Provision of high mast lights Sunset viewing tower Childrens play area in beach park over 0.5 acres Dandeli Wild Life Sanctuary Upgradation of approach road Customised 4X4 vehicles for carrying tourists inside the sanctuary (4 nos) Development of adventure-camps (10 nos) at designated points within the Dandeli sanctuary
0.30
Public
DoT/ trust DoT DoT
Temple
PIDDC
0.20 0.50
Public Public
PIDDC PIDDC
0.58
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.1 0.2 0.2 0.1 0.2 0.2 0.1 2 0.6
Public Public Public Public Public Public Public Public Public
DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT DoT/ Dept of forest
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
0.07
Public
DoT/ Dept of forest
PIDDC
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Location
Project
Tourist amenity centre near entrance to sanctuary with civic amenities (10 nos), food & beverages (without use of plastics)
Implementing agency DoT/ Dept of forest
Supa Dam ( within Dandeli Sanctuary)
Upgradation of approach road to dam site Upgradation of vantage points at ends of dam Motor boats (2-3) which can be operated in the backwaters of Supa Dam Tourist Facilitation centre with amenities and Public conveniences/ e-toilets (5), drinking water facility, food & beverages (without use of plastic), information centre on ecological practices Waste management segregating and disposal Provision of signages Development of adventure ecocamps in designated islands in Supa reservoir Procurement of 5 kayaks, 5 coracles & allied equipment which can be used in the Supa reservoir including
Public
DoT/ Dept of forest DoT/ Dept of forest DoT/ Dept of forest DoT/ Dept of forest
PIDDC
0.3 0.1
Public Public
PIDDC PIDDC
Public
PIDDC
0.5 0.1 0.07
Public Public Public
DoT/ Dept of forest DoT/ Dept of forest DoT/ Dept of forest
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
0.03
Public
DoT/ Dept of forest DoT
PIDDC
Gokarna and Karwar
Kali river estuary near foothills of Sadashivgarh
Development of at least 1-2 wayside amenities on PPP basis on private land along the highway connecting Gokarna and Karwar including parking space, restaurants & snack counters, public conveniences over around 0.5-1 acre of land depending on land extent Development of jetty for berthing 23 house boats, public conveniences (5-10 toilets), drinking water facility, food & beverages Operation of houseboat services (23) for tourists
1.4
PPP
PIDDC
PPP
DoT
PIDDC
1.5
PPP
DoT
PIDDC
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Location
Project
Operation of motor boats (2-3) and coracle boats (2-3) Karwar (Tagore Beach) Tourist amenities & information centre with provision of public conveniences / e-toilets (10), drinking water facilities Upgradation of promenade with landscaped walkway& seating along the beach Life guards watch tower and cabin Solid waste management system and collection of waste on beach Kiosks for food and beverages(5-10) Upgradation of parking facilities Provision of high mast lights Provision of signages Protection of existing toy train track / shifting to new track alongside NH - for protection from sea Upgradation of viewpoint tower existing sunset
Mode of funding PPP
0.5
Public
DoT
PIDDC
2.1
Public
DoT
PIDDC
0.1 0.5 0.5 0.2 0.2 0.1 1
Public Public PPP Public Public Public Public
0.2 0.2 1
Public Public Public
DoT DoT DoT 363.84
PIDDC PIDDC PIDDC
Upgradation of existing musical fountain Measures to prevent sea erosion on Karwar beach Total *costs excluding land acquisition costs
Investment Breakup:
The total preliminary block cost estimate for the infrastructure development proposed in Circuit 1 is Rs. 363.84 Crore. The breakup of the indicative block costs for the proposed projects in terms of funding sources are summarised below. Public sector INR 57.62 Crore
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Private sector / PPP- INR 306.21 Crore
6.1 PPP Bifurcation of the Projects

Table 20: PPP Bifurcation Details of Public Funds and Private Investments
Location Thaneerbhavi (Mangalore) Sultan Battery (Mangalore) Beach at Ullal (Mangalore) Someshwar Beach (Mangalore) Surathkal beach (Mangalore) Sasihithlu beach (Mangalore) Pilikula (Mangalore) site under Vamanjoor TB Hospital of around 18 acres Project Aquamarine park at Thaneerbhavi over 20 acres of beach facing land Provision of food kiosks (3-5) along with the tourism amenities centre Kiosks for food and beverages (3-5) Development of water sports activities such as water scooters, parasailing Kiosks for food and beverages (5-10) Kiosks for food and beverages (3-5) and restaurant / food court Kiosks for food and beverages (3-5) Convention center & star hotel/ resort over 12 acres of land Heritage theme park based on Karavalli and Malnad traditions in around 6 acres of land River cruise with single / double decker vessel of capacity of around 50 people along Netravati / Gurupur river along with jetty and other infrastructure Development of waterfront spaces along with jetty for operation of river cruise and restaurants Kiosks for food and beverages (3-5) Development of parking facilities Development of houseboat terminal with jetty for berthing 4-5 house boats, tourism amenities & information centre, public conveniences (10 toilets), drinking water facility Operation of houseboat services (23) for tourists Operation of motor boats (2-3) Kiosks for food and beverages(3-5) Development of parking facilities Water sports activities such as water scooters, parasailing Kiosks / beach shacks for food and beverages(5-10) Development of high end eco-camps (10 -15 nos) at designated spots on St.Mary's island Indicative cost in Rs. Crore 200 0.2 0.85 1 0.2 0.85 0.1 50 10 Public Funds 50 0.05 0.2125 0.25 0.05 0.2125 0.025 12.5 2.5 Private Investments 150 0.15 0.6375 0.75 0.15 0.6375 0.075 37.5 7.5
River cruise on Netravati / Gurupur rivers
2.5
0.625
1.875
1 0.2 0.2
0.25 0.05 0.05
0.75 0.15 0.15
Thalapady beach
1.5
0.375
1.125
Bappanad (Mulki)
1.5 0.1 0.2 0.2 0.5 0.2 0.34
0.375 0.025 0.05 0.05 0.125 0.05 0.085
1.125 0.075 0.15 0.15 0.375 0.15 0.255
Kaup (Kapu) beach
Malpe Beach
St. Mary's Island
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Location
Project Procurement of 2-3 motor boats for access to island from Malpe Operation of houseboat services (23) for tourists Operation of motor boats (2-3) and coracle boats (2-3) Development of jetty for berthing 2-3 house boats, public conveniences (510 toilets), drinking water facility, food & beverages Development of jetty for berthing 2-3 house boats, public conveniences (510 toilets), drinking water facility, food & beverages Operation of houseboat services (23) for tourists Operation of motor boats (2-3) and coracle boats (2-3) Development of jetty for berthing 2-3 house boats, public conveniences (510 toilets), drinking water facility, food & beverages Operation of houseboat services (23) for tourists Operation of motor boats (2-3) and coracle boats (2-3) Development of eco-friendly beach resort with around 25 room keys and restaurant , water sports facilities in 3 acres of DoT land Kiosks for food and beverages(3-5) Development of parking facilities Development of resort (20 keys) with restaurant, civic amenities & facilities for houseboats, water sports etc in 3 acres of DoT land Development of at least 2-3 wayside amenities on PPP basis on private land along the stretch of NH including parking space, restaurants & snack counters, public conveniences over around 0.5-1 acre of land depending on land extent Kiosks for food and beverages(5-10) and restaurant Motor boats (5 nos)- 2 -4 seater -with associated equipment for short rides into the Arabian Sea Development of water sports activities such as water scooters, parasailing
Indicative cost in Rs. Crore 0.1 1.5 0.2
Public Funds 0.025 0.375 0.05
Private Investments 0.075 1.125 0.15
Mattu- backwaters
0.25
0.75
0.25
0.75
Barkur - backwaters
1.5 0.2
0.375 0.05
1.125 0.15
0.25
0.75
Gangoli- backwaters
1.5 0.2
0.375 0.05
1.125 0.15
Trasi beach
7 0.2 0.2 8
1.75 0.05 0.05 2
5.25 0.15 0.15 6
Maravanthe beach
Udupi and Murudeshwar
2.1
0.525
1.575
0.8 0.25
0.2 0.0625
0.6 0.1875
Murudeshwar beach
0.5
0.125
0.375
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Location
Project Development of at least 1-2 wayside amenities on PPP basis on private land along the road connecting Yan and Kumta Including parking space, restaurants & snack counters, public conveniences over around 0.5-1 acre of land depending on land extent Food kiosks adjacent to parking space (3-5) Development of eco-camps (5-10) for trekkers visiting the area Kiosks for food and beverages(3-5) Development of parking facilities Kiosks for food and beverages(5-10) Development of parking facilities Kiosks for food and beverages(3-5) Development of at least 1-2 wayside amenities on PPP basis on private land along the highway connecting Gokarna and Karwar including parking space, restaurants & snack counters, public conveniences over around 0.5-1 acre of land depending on land extent Development of jetty for berthing 2-3 house boats, public conveniences (510 toilets), drinking water facility, food & beverages Operation of houseboat services (23) for tourists Operation of motor boats (2-3) and coracle boats (2-3) Kiosks for food and beverages(5-10) Total (in Cr.)
Indicative cost in Rs. Crore
Public Funds
Private Investments
1.4
0.35
1.05
Yana
0.2 0.12 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.2
0.05 0.03 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05
0.15 0.09 0.15 0.15 0.15 0.15 0.15
Gokarna beach Om Beach Kudle Beach
Gokarna and Karwar
1.4
0.35
1.05
0.25
0.75
Kali river estuary near foothills of Sadashivgarh
1.5 0.2 0.5 306.21
0.375 0.05 0.125 76.55
1.125 0.15 0.375 229.66
Karwar (Tagore Beach)
6.2 Estimated Employment Generation

Table 21: Employment Generation Estimates
Investment (in Cr.) 363.84 Estimated Employment Generation 283795
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Appendix
7.1 Destination tourism clusters in Karnataka
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Annexure Infrastructure Gap Assessment

Route Destination/Site Enroute /Onsite Enroute Parameters Distance in km Components Bangalore - Thaneerbhavi Thaneerbhavi beach (Mangalore) Rating 361 Remarks Bangalore - Sultan Battery Sultan Battery (Mangalore) Rating 355 Remarks Bangalore - Ullal Ullal beach (Mangalore) Rating 358 Remarks Bangalore - Panambur beach Panambur beach (Mangalore) Rating 361 Remarks Bangalore - Someshwar Beach Someshwar Beach (Mangalore) Rating 354 Remarks Bangalore - Surathkal beach Surathkal beach (Mangalore) Rating 367 Remarks
Enroute
Approach Road
Quality (AE) Type of Road (metalled, unmetalled) Typology (NH/SH/ MDR) Lanes Riding Quality (AE) Modes Used by tourists Availability (A-E)
C Metalled
NH / ODR
Approach road from Mangalore is narrow after crossing the bridge over the river and needs maintenance work
C Metalled
NH / ODR
Approach road (2 km) to the battery needs repair work / maintenance on some parts of the stretch
C Metalled
C Metalled
C Metalled
C Metalled
NH / ODR
NH / ODR
NH / ODR
NH/ SH
4 lane & 2 lane C
4 lane & 2 lane C
4 lane & 2 lane C
4 lane & 2 lane C
4 lane & 2 lane C C
4 lane, 2 & single lane
Enroute
Transport
Taxi & Auto rickshaws, Buses D
(more specific to transport access to tourist destinations from various parts of city)
Regular railway services available between Bangalore and Mangalore (8.4 km from beach).Regular KSRTC bus services also from Bangalore to Mangalore. From Mangalore, taxi services required as bus services are not frequent and not provided up to the beach.
Taxi & Auto rickshaws, Buses C
Enroute
Wayside Amenities
Restaurants availability
Restaurants available in Mangalore city. Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
Regular railway services available between Bangalore and Mangalore (4.7 km from the Sultan's Battery). Regular KSRTC bus services also from Bangalore to Mangalore. Regular local bus services, taxi and auto rickshaws available to the battery. Restaurants available in Mangalore city. Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
Regular railway services available between Bangalore and Mangalore (20 km from the Ullal beach ). Regular KSRTC bus services also from Bangalore to Mangalore. Periodic local bus services available. taxi and auto rickshaws available to the beach Restaurants available in Mangalore city along with some wayside amenity centers along the route. Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
Regular railway services available between Bangalore and Mangalore (8.3 km from the Panambur beach ). Regular KSRTC bus services also from Bangalore to Mangalore. Periodic local bus services available. taxi and auto rickshaws available to the beach
Regular railway services available between Bangalore and Mangalore (15.6 km from the Someshwar beach ). Regular KSRTC bus services also from Bangalore to Mangalore. Periodic bus services and taxi services, autorickshaws available
Regular railway services available between Bangalore and Mangalore (14 km from the Surathkal beach ). Regular KSRTC bus services also from Bangalore to Mangalore. Periodic bus services and taxi services, autorickshaws available
Restaurants available in Mangalore city . Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
Restaurants available in Mangalore city with few facilities along the route to beach . Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
Restaurants available in Mangalore city with facilities along the route to beach . Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
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Route Destination/Site Enroute /Onsite Parameters Components Petrol Pump/ Service Centre availability Public Convenience availability Sufficiency (A-E) Languages
Bangalore - Thaneerbhavi Thaneerbhavi beach (Mangalore) Rating C Remarks
Bangalore - Sultan Battery Sultan Battery (Mangalore) Rating C Remarks
Bangalore - Ullal Ullal beach (Mangalore) Rating C Remarks
Bangalore - Panambur beach Panambur beach (Mangalore) Rating C Remarks
Bangalore - Someshwar Beach Someshwar Beach (Mangalore) Rating C Remarks
Bangalore - Surathkal beach Surathkal beach (Mangalore) Rating C Remarks
Enroute
Direction Signages (Inside the city to directing the tourist destinations) Land ownership of the Site Accommodation
D C English, Kannada
C C English, Kannada
D D English, Kannada
On Site
GoK
City/Town
Type Capacity Bed Occupancy Sufficiency (A-E) Availability (A-E) Quality(AE)
Accommodation options available in Mangalore and resorts developed nearby D Drinking water mainly retailed bottled water
Dept of Archaeology, Karnataka Accommodation options available in Mangalore and resorts developed nearby C Drinking water - mainly retailed bottled water
GoK
GoK
GoK
GoK
Accommodation options available in Mangalore and resorts developed nearby D Drinking water - mainly retailed bottled water
Accommoda tion options available in Mangalore and resorts developed nearby C Drinking water mainly retailed bottled water
Accommodation options available in Mangalore and resorts developed nearby D Drinking water mainly retailed bottled water from shops in neighbhoring kiosks
Accommodation options available in Mangalore and resorts developed nearby D Drinking water mainly retailed bottled water from shops in the city
On Site
Drinking Water facility
C No SWM
C Managed by the Dept of Archaeology AC, Gen No formal parking area C
C Beach cleaning and maintenance carried out AC, Gen
C Beach cleaning and maintenance carried out AC, Gen C D
C No solid waste management
C No solid waste management
On Site
Solid Waste Management
A-E
On Site On Site
Electricity Parking
Supply (AC, Gen) Sufficiency (A-E) Availability of Land for future parking Area of this land (approx)
AC, Gen C
No power Need to upgrade parking facilities along the beach D
no power Need to upgrade parking facilities along the beach
Current space used for parking needs to be upgraded
On Site/or in City
Tourist Information Centers Trained Guides
On Site
Information Signages
Available (Y/N) Quality (AE) Availability (A-E) Sufficiency (A-E) Languages
no guides D English/ Kannada
no guides C English/ Kannada
no guide D English/ Kannada
no guide D English/ Kannada
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Route Destination/Site Enroute /Onsite On Site Parameters Seating/ Resting Components Sufficiency (A-E) Quality (AE) On Site Public Convenience Availability (A-E)
Bangalore - Thaneerbhavi Thaneerbhavi beach (Mangalore) Rating E Remarks No seating facilities
Bangalore - Sultan Battery Sultan Battery (Mangalore) Rating D Remarks Limited seating facilities provided
Bangalore - Ullal Ullal beach (Mangalore) Rating D Remarks Limited seating facilities provided
Bangalore - Panambur beach Panambur beach (Mangalore) Rating C Remarks Seating facilities provided
Bangalore - Someshwar Beach Someshwar Beach (Mangalore) Rating E Remarks No seating facilities
Bangalore - Surathkal beach Surathkal beach (Mangalore) Rating E Remarks No seating facilities
C E No facilities D Limited facilities provided D Limited facilities provided D Need to upgrade existing facilities given the large increase in visitors to the beach Shops, kiosks available at around the beach area E No facilities provided E No facilities provided
On Site
Shops/ Kiosks
Sufficiency (A-E)
Limited number of kiosks around the beach
Shops, kiosks available outside the battery compound
Limited number of kiosks available around the beach area
Limited kiosks available around the beach area
On Site
Street Lighting
Quality (AE) Sufficiency (A-E) Quality (AE)
D D D
C C C
C D D
C D D
D E E
D D D
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Route Destination/Site Enroute /Onsite Enroute Parameters Distance in km Components
Bangalore -Sasihithlu beach Sasihithlu beach (Mangalore) Rating 373 Remarks
Bangalore - Pilikula Pilikula Biological Park / Zoo (Mangalore) Rating Remarks 355
Bangalore - Thalapady beach Thalapady beach Rating 356 Remarks
Bangalore - Kadri Hill Park Kadri Hill Park (Mangalore) Rating 353 Remarks
Bangalore - Bappanad Bappanad (Mulki) Rating 378 Remarks
Bangalore - Kaup (Kapu) beach Kaup (Kapu) beach Rating 398 Remarks
Enroute
Approach Road
Quality (A-E) Type of Road (metalled, unmetalled) Typology (NH/SH/ MDR) Lanes Riding Quality (A-E) Modes Used by tourists Availability (A-E)
C Metalled
C Metalled
C Metalled
Approach road to the beach (around 3 km) needs upgradation
C Metalled
4 km from Mangalore
C Metalled
NH/ SH
NH / SH/ ODR 4 lane and 2 lane C Regular railway services available between Bangalore and Mangalore (20.5km from the beach ). Regular KSRTC bus services also from Bangalore to Mangalore. Periodic bus services and taxi services available Taxi & Auto rickshaws, BUS C Regular railway services available between Bangalore and Mangalore (7.9 km from the CITY ). Regular KSRTC bus services also from Bangalore to Mangalore. Regular bus services and taxi services available
NH / SH/ ODR 4 lane and 2 lane C Taxi & Auto rickshaws, BUS D Regular railway services available between Bangalore and Mangalore (20.9 km from the beach ). Regular KSRTC bus services also from Bangalore to Mangalore. Intermittent bus services and taxi services available
NH / SH/ ODR 4 & 2 lanes C Taxi & Auto rickshaws, bus C Regular railway services available between Bangalore and Mangalore (4 km from the park ). Regular KSRTC bus services also from Bangalore to Mangalore. Regular bus service, auto rickshaws and taxi services available Restaurants available in Mangalore city . Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
NH
NH from Mangalore is currently being upgraded to 4 lane - works still underway
C Metalled
Approach road of around 2 km needs upgradation / maintenance work
NH
4 lane, 2 & single lane C Taxi & Auto rickshaws, BUS D
4 & 2 lanes C Taxi & Auto rickshaws D Regular railway services available between Bangalore and Mangalore (27 km from Bappanad ). Regular KSRTC bus services also from Bangalore to Mangalore. Regular bus services and taxi services available from Mangalore.
4 ,2, single lane C Taxi & Auto rickshaws D Regular railway services available between Bangalore and Mangalore (53 km from Mangalore ). Regular KSRTC bus services also from Bangalore to Mangalore. Regular bus services and taxi services available from Mangalore to Udupi (14 km from the beach). wayside amenities and restaurants available on the way with food options. Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
Enroute
Transport
Enroute
Wayside Amenities
Restaurants availability Petrol Pump/ Service Centre availability Public Convenience availability
D C
Restaurants available in Mangalore city with limited facilities along the route to beach . Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
C C
Restaurants available in Mangalore city and along the route . Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
D C
Limited wayside amenities and restaurants available on the way from Mangalore with food options on some of the stretches . Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
B C
C C
wayside amenities and restaurants available on the way with food options. Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
C C
Enroute
Direction Signages (Inside the city to directing the tourist destinations)
Sufficiency (A-E) Languages
D D English, Kannada
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Route Destination/Site Enroute /Onsite On Site Parameters Land ownership of the Site Components
Bangalore -Sasihithlu beach Sasihithlu beach (Mangalore) Rating GoK Remarks
Bangalore - Pilikula Pilikula Biological Park / Zoo (Mangalore) Rating Remarks GoK
Bangalore - Thalapady beach Thalapady beach Rating GoK Remarks
Bangalore - Kadri Hill Park Kadri Hill Park (Mangalore) Rating Dept of horticulture Remarks
Bangalore - Bappanad Bappanad (Mulki) Rating GoK / Private depending on land availability for developing backwater tourism projects Accommodati on options available in Mangalore Remarks
Bangalore - Kaup (Kapu) beach Kaup (Kapu) beach Rating GoK Remarks
City/Town
Accommodation
Type Capacity Bed Occupancy Sufficiency (A-E)
Accommodati on options available in Mangalore and resorts developed nearby
On Site
Availability (A-E)
Drinking water mainly retailed bottled water from shops in the city or along the the route to the beach
Accommodati on options available in Mangalore and resorts developed nearby. In addition accommodatio n available at Pilikula Nisargadhama resort operated by Jungle Lodges and Resorts C
Accommodati on options available in Mangalore and resorts developed nearby.
Accommoda tion options available in Mangalore and resorts developed nearby.
Accommodation options available in Mangalore and Udupi
Drinking water mainly retailed bottled water
Drinking water mainly retailed bottled water along with kiosks in designated points in the park
Drinking water mainly retailed bottled water within the town
Drinking water mainly retailed bottled water from kiosks along the route
Quality(A-E) On Site Solid Waste Management Electricity Parking A-E
C No solid waste management no power D C No parkign facilities provided
C SWM in operation AC & Gen C Parking facilities provided
C No SWM
C Managed by Dept of Horticulture AC, Gen No formal parking area developed C Parking area provided
C No SWM
C Beach cleaning activities carried out AC, Gen No parking area D Current parking area requires to be upgraded
On Site On Site
On Site/or in City
Supply (AC, Gen) Sufficiency (A-E) Availability of Land for future parking Area of this land (approx) Available (Y/N) Quality (A-E) Availability (A-E) Sufficiency (A-E) Languages
no power D
AC, Gen E
no guide D English / Kannada E No seating facilities
On Site
guide available B English / Kannada C Seating facilities provided in the various
no guide D English / Kannada E E No facilities
no guide C English / Kannada C C Seating facilities provided
no guide D English / Kannada E E No seating facilities
no guide D English / Kannada E E No seating facilities
On Site
Seating/ Resting
Sufficiency (A-E) Quality (A-E)
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Route Destination/Site Enroute /Onsite Parameters Components
Bangalore -Sasihithlu beach Sasihithlu beach (Mangalore) Rating Remarks
Bangalore - Pilikula Pilikula Biological Park / Zoo (Mangalore) Rating Remarks developments
Bangalore - Thalapady beach Thalapady beach Rating Remarks
Bangalore - Kadri Hill Park Kadri Hill Park (Mangalore) Rating Remarks
Bangalore - Bappanad Bappanad (Mulki) Rating Remarks
Bangalore - Kaup (Kapu) beach Kaup (Kapu) beach Rating Remarks
On Site
Public Convenience
Availability (A-E)
No facilities provided
Need for upgrading the number and quality of public conveniences
no facilities
On Site
Shops/ Kiosks
Sufficiency (A-E)
Kiosks and outlets at designated points and outside the Pilikula developments
Limited number of kiosks around the beach area
Current facilities provided may be upgraded in number and quality considering the increase in number of visitors to the park Kiosks and shops in designated areas of the park and outside the park
No facilities
Limited facilities which need to be upgraded
Kiosks and shops adjoining the backwater areas
Kiosks and shops adjoining beach front area
Quality (A-E) On Site Street Lighting Sufficiency (A-E) Quality (A-E)
D E E C C
D E E
C C C
C D D
D E E
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Route Destination/Site Enroute /Onsite Enroute Parameters Distance in km Components
Bangalore - Malpe Beach Malpe Beach (Udupi) Rating 413 Remarks
Bangalore - St. Mary's Island St. Mary's Island Rating 417 Remarks
Bangalore - Mattu Mattu Rating 383 Remarks
Bangalore - Barkur Barkur Rating 424 Remarks
Bangalore - Gangoli Gangoli Rating 458 Remarks
Bangalore - Trasi Trasi beach Rating 457 Remarks
Enroute
Approach Road
Quality (A-E) Type of Road (metalled, unmetalled) Typology (NH/SH/ MDR) Lanes Riding Quality (A-E) Modes Used by tourists Availability (A-E)
C Metalled
C Metalled
C Metalled
C Metalled
C Metalled
C Metalled
NH
NH / ODR
NH / ODR
NH / ODR
NH / ODR
NH
4 ,2, single lane C Taxi & Auto rickshaws,BU S C Regular railway services available between Bangalore and Mangalore (68 km from Mangalore ) and Udupi (7.5 km from the beach). Regular KSRTC bus services also from Bangalore to Mangalore and Udupi. Taxi and auto rickshaw services also available from Udupi.
4 & 2 lanes C Taxi & Auto rickshaws,BUS D The island is approached by motor boats from Malpe jetty located 11 km from Udupi and 72 km from Mangalore.
4 & 2 lanes C Taxi & Auto rickshaws,BU S D Located in between Mangalore (38 km) and Udupi (27 km). Regular bus services from Mangalore to Udupi which also stop at Mattu from where it is 2-3 km to the backwater areas. Taxi services also available from Mangalore and Udupi wayside amenities and restaurants available on the way with food options. Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
4 & 2 lanes C Taxi & Auto rickshaws, Buses D Located 18 km from Udupi. Udupi can be reached by regular train and bus services from Bangalore & Mangalore. Taxis available to reach the Barkur backwater areas from Udupi. Local bus services from Udupi also connect to points located around 3-5 km from the backwater area. wayside amenities and restaurants available on the way with food options. Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
4 & 2 lanes C Taxi & Auto rickshaws, Buses D Located 113 km from Mangalore, 53 km from Udupi and 16 km from Kundapura town. Taxis available to reach the Gangolli backwater areas from Udupi. Local bus services from Udupi also connect to points located around 6 km from the Gangolli- Rajadibackwater areas.
4 to 2 lanes C Taxi & Auto rickshaws, Buses D Located 112 km from Mangalore, 52 km from Udupi and 15 km from Kundapura town. Taxis available to reach Trasi beach from Udupi. Local bus services from Udupi also connect to Trasi
Enroute
Transport
Enroute
Wayside Amenities
C C
Restaurants available at Udupi town and on route to the beach. Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
D C
No amenities on the islands. Restaurants are accessible in Udupi town.
C C
C C
C C
wayside amenities and restaurants available on the way with food options up to Kundapura . Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants. D
C C
wayside amenities and restaurants available on the way with food options . Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants. C
Enroute
On Site
Direction Signages (Inside the city to directing the tourist destinations) Land ownership of the Site
Sufficiency (A-E) Languages
English, Kannada
English, Kannada
GoK
Gok
GoK / Private depending on land availability for developing backwater tourism projects
GoK
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Route Destination/Site Enroute /Onsite City/Town Parameters Accommodation Components Type Capacity Bed Occupancy Sufficiency (A-E) Availability (A-E)
Bangalore - Malpe Beach Malpe Beach (Udupi) Rating Accommodati on options available in Udupi and Mangalore Remarks
Bangalore - St. Mary's Island St. Mary's Island Rating Accommodation options available in Udupi and Mangalore Remarks
Bangalore - Mattu Mattu Rating Budget accommodatio n options available in Udupi Remarks
Bangalore - Barkur Barkur Rating Budget accommodation options available in Udupi Remarks
Bangalore - Gangoli Gangoli Rating Budget accommodation options available in Udupi Remarks
Bangalore - Trasi Trasi beach Rating Budget accommodation options available in Udupi. In addition Turtle Bay resort present at Trasi. C Remarks
On Site
no facility on the island
Drinking water mainly retailed bottled water within the town area
Drinking water mainly retailed bottled water within the town area
Drinking water mainly retailed bottled water from shops along the route Limited SWM which needs upgradation
Quality(A-E) On Site Solid Waste Management A-E
C Beach cleaning activities carried out AC, Gen C Parking area provided
E No SWM
C No SWM
C No SWM
C No SWM
On Site On Site
Electricity Parking
On Site/or in City
Supply (AC, Gen) Sufficiency (A-E) Availability of Land for future parking Area of this land (approx) Available (Y/N) Quality (A-E) Availability (A-E) Sufficiency (A-E) Languages Sufficiency (A-E) Quality (A-E)
No power E
AC, Gen E No parking area
AC & Gen C Current area used for parking needs to be upgraded
no guide C English / Kannada C
no guide D English / Kannada E
no guide D English / Kannada E E
no guide C English / Kannada E E
no guide C English / Kannada E E
no guide C English / Kannada C C
On Site
On Site
Seating/ Resting
On Site
Public Convenience
Availability (A-E)
Seating facility provided but may require upgradation in number and quality considering popularity of beach Current facilities may be upgraded in terms of number and quality of facilities along with changing rooms Kiosks and shops adjoining beach front area
No facilities
No seating facilities
Seating facilities provided
No facilties
No facilities
No facilities
No facilities
Limited facilities
On Site
Shops/ Kiosks
Sufficiency (A-E)
no kiosks on islands
Kiosks and shops adjoining the backwater areas
Kiosks and shops adjoining the backwater areas C D D
Kiosks and shops adjoining the backwater areas C D D
Kiosks present around the beach area
C C C
E E E
C D D
C D D
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Enroute /Onsite Enroute Enroute
Route Destination/Site Parameters Distance in km Approach Road
Components
Bangalore - Maravanthe Maravanthe beach Rating Remarks 458
Bangalore - Murudeshwar Murudeshwar beach Rating Remarks 468 C Metalled
Bangalore -Yana Yana Rating 467 C Metalled
Remarks
Bangalore - Gokarna Gokarna beach Rating Remarks 483
Bangalore -Om beach Om beach Rating Remarks 482 C Metalled
Bangalore - Kudle beach Kudle beach Rating Remarks 485 C Metalled Approach to Kudle beach is by foot from Gokarna town centre
Enroute
Transport
Quality (A-E) Type of Road (metalled, unmetalled) Typology (NH/SH/ MDR) Lanes Riding Quality (A-E) Modes Used by tourists
D Metalled
NH
NH
NH / SH
Approach road along the Kumta-Sirsi road is two lane and has been recently renovated.
C Metalled
NH / SH
NH & SH
NH & SH
2 lane D Taxi & Auto rickshaws, BUS D Located 112 km from Mangalore, 52 km from Udupi and 15 km from Kundapura town. Taxis available to reach Maravanthe beach from Udupi. Local bus services from Udupi also connect to Trasi & Maravanthe
2 lane C Taxi & Auto rickshaws, BUS D Located 164 km from Mangalore, 103 km from Udupi and 16 km from Bhatkal town. Taxis available to reach Maravanthe beach from Udupi. Local bus services from Udupi also connect to Bhatkal and Murudeshwar
2 lane C Taxi & Auto rickshaws, BUS D Located 239 km from Mangalore, 178 km from Udupi and 32 km from Kumta town. Taxis available to reach Yana along the Kumta-Sirsi road from Sirsi. Local bus services from Udupi also connect to Sirsi
2 lane C Taxi & Auto rickshaws, BUS C Located 240 km from Mangalore, 179 km from Udupi and 59 km from Karwar town. Regular train services from Mangalore. KSRTC and private bus operators provide bus services from Bangalore to Gokarna. Gokarna beach is located 3 km from Gokarna bus station. Wayside amenities and restaurants available on the way with food options. Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
2 lane C Taxi & Auto rickshaws C Located 240 km from Mangalore, 179 km from Udupi and 59 km from Karwar town. Regular train services from Mangalore. KSRTC and private bus operators provide bus services from Bangalore to Gokarna. Om beach is located 1 km from Gokarna bus station.
2 lane C Taxi & Auto rickshaws Located 241 km from Mangalore, 180 km from Udupi and 60 km from Karwar town. Regular train services from Mangalore. KSRTC and private bus operators provide bus services from Bangalore to Gokarna. Kudle beach is located 2 km from Gokarna bus station.
Availability (A-E)
Enroute
Wayside Amenities
C C
wayside amenities and restaurants available on the way with food options . Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants. D C English, Kannada
C C
wayside amenities and restaurants available on the way with food options mostly along the route (near the town areas ) . Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants. C C English, Kannada
D C
Very few wayside amenities and restaurants available on the Kumta -Sirsi with food options. Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants. C C English, Kannada
C C
C C
Wayside amenities and restaurants available on the way with food options. Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
C C
Enroute
On Site City/Town
Sufficiency (AE) Languages
C English, Kannada
D English, Kannada
GoK Type Capacity Bed Occupancy Sufficiency (AE) Budget accommod ation options available in Udupi and Turtle Bay resort at Trasi.
GoK Budget accommo dation available at Bhatkal and Murudesh war. RNS Residency Hotel
Temple trust Budget accommodati on in Sirsi, Kumta or Gokarna.
GoK Accommodat ion in budget hotels and resorts in Gokarna Accommod ation in budget hotels and resorts in Gokarna
GoK Accommodatio n in budget hotels and resorts in Gokarna
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Enroute /Onsite
Route Destination/Site Parameters
Components
Bangalore - Maravanthe Maravanthe beach Rating Remarks
Bangalore - Murudeshwar Murudeshwar beach Rating Remarks located near the Murudesh war temple overlooki ng the beach C
Bangalore -Yana Yana Rating
Remarks
Bangalore - Gokarna Gokarna beach Rating Remarks
Bangalore -Om beach Om beach Rating Remarks
Bangalore - Kudle beach Kudle beach Rating Remarks
On Site
Availability (A-E)
Drinking water mainly retailed bottled water from the kiosks at the entry for Yana
On Site
Solid Waste Management
Quality(A-E) A-E
C No SWM
C SWM is an issue due to the number of pilgrims to the Murudeshwar temple who also visit the beach. AC & Gen C D
C No SWM
C No SWM
C No SWM
C No SWM
On Site On Site
Electricity Parking
On Site/or in City
On Site
Supply (AC, Gen) Sufficiency (AE) Availability of Land for future parking Area of this land (approx) Available (Y/N) Quality (A-E) Availability (A-E) Sufficiency (AE) Languages Sufficiency (AE) Quality (A-E) Availability (A-E)
AC & Gen D Need to upgrade existing space used for parking along the beach front
AC & Gen Parking space provided for adjacent to the beach C Parking area provided towards the entry point for Yana
AC, Gen C Parking area provided at point near the entry point to the beach.
AC, Gen C Parking area provided at point near the entry point to the beach.
No power E No parking area provided as Kudle beach is accessed by walking from the bus station up and down hill
no guide C English / Kannada D D D Limited facilities
no guide C English / Kannada D D D
forest guides D English / Kannada Limited seating facilities provided on the beach Limited facilities which need upgradation due to the number of pilgrims who also visit the beach Kiosks and shops present around the beachfront area D D D Limited facilities provided Limited facilities provided
no guide C English / Kannada D D D Need for more signages to location Limited facilities provided Need to upgrade and increase the number of facilities
no guide C English / Kannada D D D
no guide D English / Kannada Limited facilities provided Need to upgrade and increase the number of facilities D D E Limited facilities provided No facilities
On Site
Seating/ Resting
Limited seating facilities provided
On Site
Public Convenience
On Site
Shops/ Kiosks
Sufficiency (AE)
Limited number of kiosks present around the beach area
Kiosks located towards the entry point to Yana and one kiosk near the cave temple Bhairaveshwara D D
Kiosks located around the beach area
Kiosks located around the beach area
Limited number of kiosks around the beach area
On Site
Street Lighting
Quality (A-E) Sufficiency (AE) Quality (A-E)
C D D
C D D
C D D
D D D
D D D
D E E
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Route Destination/Site Enroute /Onsite Enroute Enroute Parameters Distance in km Approach Road Quality (A-E) Type of Road (metalled, unmetalled) Typology (NH/SH/ MDR) Lanes Riding Quality (A-E) Modes Used by tourists Availability (A-E) Components
Bangalore - Apsara konda Apsara konda beach Rating 441 D Metalled and mud road NH & SH Approach from Honnavar by narrow country road of around 10 km to a temple. The beach is accessible by walking from the temple up a hill which descends to the beach
Bangalore - Dandeli Wild Life Sanctuary Dandeli Wild Life Sanctuary Remarks Rating 464 C Metalled Approach road to the Dandeli sanctuary requires repairwork / maintenance over a distance of around 10 km Remarks
Bangalore - Supa Dam Supa Dam ( within Dandeli Sanctuary) Rating 362 D Metalled Approach road is single lane and requires upgradation / maintenance over parts of the 22 km stretch from entry to Dandeli Sanctuary Remarks
Bangalore - Karwar Tagore beach Rating 527 C Metalled Remarks
SH & ODR
SH & ODR
NH & SH
2 lane D Taxi & Auto rickshaws D Located 198 km from Mangalore, 137 km from Udupi, 28 km from Murudeshwar and 80 km from Karwar town. Bus services from Mangalore and Udupi to Honnavar town. Taxis or auto rickshaws required to go to nearest motorable point for access (0.5-1 km) to Apsara Konda Beach Wayside amenities and restaurants available on the way with food options. Limited facilities for public conveniences in private wayside amenities and restaurants.
2 lane C Taxi & Auto rickshaws D Located 357 km from Mangalore, 84 km from Hubli and 105 km from Karwar town. Nearest major railway station is Hubli which has regular train services to Bangalore. There are also bus services connecting to Dandeli from Hubli, Karwar and Bangalore. Taxi services can also be availed from Hubli or Karwar. Limited wayside amenities and restaurants available on the way.
2 lane and single lane D Taxi & Auto rickshaws D
2 lane C
Enroute
Transport (more specific to transport access to tourist destinations from various parts of city)
Taxi services required for entry to the forest road and reaching the reservoir
Taxi & Auto rickshaws D
Located 278 km from Mangalore, 217 km from Udupi and 59 km from Gokarna town. Regular train services from Bangalore and Mangalore to Karwar along the Konkan railway.
Enroute
Wayside Amenities
Enroute
Restaurants availability Petrol Pump/ Service Centre availability Public Convenience availability Sufficiency (A-E) Languages
C C
D C
D D
Limited wayside amenities and restaurants available on the way.
C C
D English, Kannada
D English, Kannada
D English, Kannada
C English, Kannada
On Site City/Town
Dept of irrigation Type Capacity Bed Occupancy Sufficiency (A-E) Budget accommodation in Honnavar
Dept of forest Accommodation in Karwar, Sirsi or Hubli. In addition resorts such as the Kali adventure camp run by Jungle Lodges and Resorts, other private resorts also provide accommodation
Dept of forest Accommodation in Karwar, Sirsi or Hubli. In addition resorts such as the Kali adventure camp run by Jungle Lodges and Resorts, other private resorts also provide accommodation
GoK Budget accommodation in Karwar available and the Devbagh resort operated by Jungle Lodges & Resorts
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Route Destination/Site Enroute /Onsite On Site Parameters Drinking Water facility Solid Waste Management Electricity Parking Components Availability (A-E) Quality(A-E) On Site On Site On Site A-E Supply (AC, Gen) Sufficiency (A-E) Availability of Land for future parking Area of this land (approx) Available (Y/N) Quality (A-E) Availability (A-E) Sufficiency (A-E) Languages Sufficiency (A-E) Quality (A-E) Availability (A-E)
Bangalore - Apsara konda Apsara konda beach Rating D D No SWM No power D D Informal parking area around 1 km from the beach
Bangalore - Dandeli Wild Life Sanctuary Dandeli Wild Life Sanctuary Remarks Rating D D E No power D Limited designated parking area No facilities Remarks Limited sources for retailed drinking water in Dandeli
Bangalore - Supa Dam Supa Dam ( within Dandeli Sanctuary) Rating E E E AC , gen D Limited designated parking area No facilities Remarks No facilities
Bangalore - Karwar Tagore beach Rating D D Beach cleanging activities carried out AC , gen C Parking area provided Remarks Limited sources for retailed drinking water near lake
Limited sources for retailed drinking water near beach front
On Site/or in City
no guide D English / Kannada C C C Seating facilities provided as part of the beach park which has been newly developed Public conveniences recently developed.
Forest guards D English / Kannada E E D Limited facilities No facilities
Forest guards D English / Kannada E E E No facilities No facilities
no guide C English / Kannada C C D Need for upgradation and enhancement of existing facilities to cater to the visitors to the beach Kiosks present around the beach front area Facilities provided
On Site
On Site
Seating/ Resting
On Site
Public Convenience
On Site
Shops/ Kiosks
Sufficiency (A-E)
Limited number of kiosks near the beach side
Limited number of kiosks due to forest related restrictions
no kiosks
D E E
D E E
E E E
C D D
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Identification of Tourism Circuits across India

Interim Report Priority Circuit Karnataka

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Appendix ............................................................................................................................................. 63 7.1 Destination tourism clusters in Karnataka .................................................................................. 63

Annexure Infrastructure Gap Assessment................................................................................................ 64

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1.1 Assignment Brief

1.2 Objectives of the study

1.3 Approach and Methodology

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Initial Screening of Tourist Circuits

Short listing of the Circuits

Carrying Capacity Assessment

Detailed Infrastructure Gap Assessment

Identification of Prospective Projects with Block Cost Estimates

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Interim Report- Karnataka Priority Circuit

1.4 Key findings

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1.5 Structure of the report

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Brief Profile of the State

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growth in per capita income

150,000 15.0% 100,000

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2.2 Tourism in Karnataka

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*source: Department of Tourism, Karnataka

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6.6% 4.9% 4.4% 5.6% 5.1%

Figure 7: domestic tourist percentage for India and Karnataka

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April to September, 26% October to March , 74%

April to September, 37% October to March , 63%

International tourist 2.2.4 Distribution

Figure 9: percentage of international tourists- Major tourism destinations in Karnataka

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Table 3: Tourist inflow to major tourism destinations in Karnataka- 2011

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*source: Tourism statistics of Department of Tourism, Karnataka

Revenue from tourism

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Table 4: Infrastructure scenario in Karnataka

4490 20528 50436 8366 147212

development of Kotturu-Harihar railway line

Two airports operating at Bangalore and Mangalore.

Mysore airport opened for services in 2010

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*source: economic survey of Karnataka, 2010-11

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36 3910 2 202 1 29 2 86 1 24 1 51 2 188 8 376

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2.4 Tourism plans and schemes

Year 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2.4.2

*source: economic survey-2010-11, Department of Tourism, Karnataka

Karnataka Tourism Policy

Schemes and incentives