Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Mahmood Khan has approved Rs 700 million budget for the formation of tourism police in the province. The decision was taken to promote tourism in the province.
The tourism police, consisting of 500 personnel, will protect tourists and tourist spots across the province.
The decision was taken in a meeting on tourism promotion in the province.
During the meeting, it was also decided to start the KP Tourism Authority, as well as outsource Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation’s devolved assets. Construction of hotels around tourism spots was also discussed.
CM Mahmood also approved Rs 500 million for the ‘Home Cities Project’ set to be built at three scenic tourist spots.
Moreover, Rs 500 million was allocated for marketing scenic tourist destinations to attract tourists.
