Rajasthan Forum Calls for a Dedicated Tourism Desk to Strengthen Bengal‑Rajasthan Travel Links
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- July 01, 2026
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Rajasthan Forum seeks dedicated tourism desk to boost Bengal‑Rajasthan travel ties
The Rajasthan Forum has urged West Bengal’s tourism authorities to set up a dedicated desk, hoping to make travel between the two states easier and more appealing for tourists.
At a recent gathering of industry leaders and government officials, the Rajasthan Forum raised a simple but important request – a dedicated tourism desk in West Bengal that would act as a bridge between the two culturally rich states.
Why a desk, you might wonder? Well, both Bengal and Rajasthan boast a treasure trove of heritage sites, festivals and culinary delights, yet many travelers still find the logistics a bit confusing. A single point of contact could untangle those knots, offering clear information, package deals and on‑ground support for visitors coming from either side.
The potential payoff is more than just numbers on a spreadsheet. Imagine a family from Kolkata strolling through the pink‑hued streets of Jaipur, or a group of tourists from Jodhpur sampling the sweet sounds of Rabindra Sangeet in Kolkata. Those cultural cross‑pollinations can only happen when travel is smooth, affordable and well‑promoted.
"We’re not just talking about increasing footfall," said Ramesh Singh, spokesperson for the Rajasthan Forum. "It’s about building lasting connections – economic, cultural, even emotional – that benefit both our peoples. A dedicated desk would be a concrete step toward that vision."
The Forum’s appeal comes at a time when both states are revamping their tourism strategies post‑pandemic, seeking fresh avenues to attract domestic and international visitors. By setting up a specialised desk, West Bengal could tap into Rajasthan’s robust traveller base, while Rajasthan gains a reliable gateway to the eastern markets.
All eyes are now on the West Bengal Tourism Department to see how quickly this idea can move from proposal to reality. If the desk opens its doors soon, the hope is that travelers will start booking those once‑distant trips without a second thought.
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