The objective of this Department is to run the Tourist Administration in the interest of the Tourists along with Promotion of Tourism and creation of Tourist facilities.
Governor is pleased to set-up a State Tourism Promotion Task Force under the Chairmanship of Chief Secretary to the Government of West Bengal to unlock and augment the tourism potential in the State of West Bengal.
To develop West Bengal as one of the most preferred tourist destinations of choice, while generating gainful employment, enhancing economic opportunities, and providing best-in-class tourism facilities, services and enriched tourist experience.
Department of Tourism has decided to include the Services regarding Issuance of Registration and Issuance of Date of Commencement Certificate both related to the West Bengal Incentive Scheme, 2015.
In West Bengal Tourism and Development Corporation Ltd. who dies in-harness or retires prematurely may be offered employment on compassionate ground.