The Working Group on Tourism set up by the Planning Commission had assessed a requirement of Rs. 5586 crores during the Tenth Plan for development of tourism infrastructure and promotion of tourism in the country. However, Ministry of Tourism proposed Rs. 5500 crores for the Tenth Plan. The Planning Commission has indicated an outlay of Rs. 2900 crores.
The details of funds allocated and expenditure incurred during the first three years of the Tenth Plan (2002-2007) are given below:
| Year | B.E. | R.E. | Expenditure (Rs. in Crores) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002-03 | 225.00 | 250.00 | 252.04 |
| 2003-04 | 325.00 | 350.00 | 357.40 |
| 2004-05 | 500.00 | 500.00 | — |
| 2005-06 | 761.00 | — | — |
