Chandigarh

Identification of Tourism Circuits across
India
Interim Report - Chandigarh
March – 2012
Submitted to:
Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
1, Parliament Street,
Transport Bhawan,
New Delhi - 110001
Submitted by:
2nd Floor, Ambience Corporate Tower,
Ambience Mall, NH-8,
Gurgaon, Haryana – 122 001

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Background .................................................................................................................................5
1.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................5
1.2 Key Findings.................................................................................................................................8
1.3 Structure of the Report..................................................................................................................8
Chapter 2: Brief on the State.........................................................................................................................9
2.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................9
2.2 Tourism in the State....................................................................................................................10
2.3 Other Gardens.............................................................................................................................15
2.4 Forest...........................................................................................................................................15
2.5 Other Places of Significance in Chandigarh ...............................................................................16
2.6 Tourism Projects under CFA ......................................................................................................19
2.7 Infrastructure and Connectivity ..................................................................................................19
Chapter 3: Initial Screening of the Circuits ................................................................................................21
3.1 Based on Secondary Research ....................................................................................................21
3.2 Key Parameters...........................................................................................................................22
Chapter 4: Stakeholders Consultation.........................................................................................................24
4.1 State Government........................................................................................................................24
4.2 National Level Travel and Tour Operators and Other Representatives......................................24
4.3 Carrying Capacity Analysis ........................................................................................................25
4.4 Ranked List of Circuits ...............................................................................................................32
Chapter 5: Existing Infrastructure...............................................................................................................33
5.1 Existing Infrastructure Status of the Circuit................................................................................33
5.2 Paryatan Bhawan ........................................................................................................................33
5.3 Nehru Centre for Performing Arts, Sector 34.............................................................................34
5.4 S.B.S Memorial, Sector 42..........................................................................................................36
5.5 Kalagram, Manimajra .................................................................................................................37

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Chapter 6: Project Identification, Block Cost Estimate, Implementation and Funding..............................39
6.1 Estimation of Employment Generation.......................................................................................39
List of Tables
Table 1: Tourist Arrival in Chandigarh- Domestic and Foreign .........................................................10
Table 2: Projects under CFA Assistance.........................................................................................19
Table 3: Tourist Accommodation in Chandigarh .............................................................................20
Table 4: Proposed Tourism Hub and Activity..................................................................................21
Table 5: National-Level Stakeholder Consultation, held on 19th
October, 2011 ...................................25
Table 6: UDPFI Density Limits.....................................................................................................28
Table 7: Physical and Ecological Indicators ....................................................................................29
Table 8: Social and Demographic Indicators ...................................................................................30
Table 9: Political Economic Indicators...........................................................................................31
Table 10: Evaluation Criterion for Physical and Ecological Indicators................................................31
Table 11: Town wise Carrying Capacity Analysis............................................................................32
Table 12: Infrastructure status/availability between Bus stands, Railway Station & Airport to Paryatan
Bhawan......................................................................................................................................33
Table 13: Infrastructure status/availability between Bus stands, Railway Station & Airport to Nehru
Centre........................................................................................................................................34
Table 14: Infrastructure status/availability between Bus stands, Railway Station & Airport to S.B.S
Memorial, Sector 42 ....................................................................................................................36
Table 15: Infrastructure status/availability between Bus stands, Railway Station & Airport to Kalagram,
Manimajra..................................................................................................................................37
Table 16: Table showing the list of projects, Indicative Cost, Implementing Agency and Existing
Schemes.....................................................................................................................................39
Table 17: Estimated Employment Generation in Chandigarh ............................................................40

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List of Figures
Figure 1: Methodology.................................................................................................................. 6
Figure 2: Map of Chandigarh ......................................................................................................... 9
Figure 3: Existing Tourism Destination in Chandigarh .....................................................................12
Figure 4: Map showing the location of Proposed Tourism Destination ...............................................22
Figure 5: Methodology for Carrying Capacity Analysis ..................................................................26

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Chapter 1: Background
1.1 Introduction
1.1.1 Assignment Brief
IL&FS Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (IL&FS IDC) appointed as the National Level
Consultant by Ministry of Tourism, is in the process of identifying tourism circuits across all the States
and UT’s (except North-East). These circuits are proposed to be developed during the 12th
Plan, in an
integrated manner with Central Financial Assistance and appropriate involvement of State Governments
and private sector. For the first phase, the process has been started 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.
After the identification and prioritisation of these circuits in Phase I, 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.
1.1.2 Objectives of the Study
The objectives of the present study are:
1. To identify the potential tourist circuits/destinations in the Union Territory of Chandigarh.
2. To analyse the potential and carrying capacity of the identified tourist circuits/destinations and
prioritise the same.
3. Assess the existing infrastructure – basic and tourism related - for the circuits/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
1.1.3 Approach and Methodology
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

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Initial Screening of Tourist
Circuits
Short listing of the Circuits
Carrying Capacity Assessment
Identified Circuits along with
Priority Circuit
Detailed Infrastructure Gap
Assessment
Identification of Prospective
Projects with Block Cost Estimates
Final Report
Discussion with Department of
Tourism, representatives of
Travel & Tourism Industry and
other stakeholders
Based on
 Stakeholder Consultations
 Reconnaissance survey
Secondary Research
 Potential
 Popularity
 Connectivity
Parameters
Transport, Roads condition, Access
to modes of transportation,
Utilities, Accommodation, Way
side amenities, Management of
tourist attractions
local tour & travel industry), the existing tourists’ flow and orientation were studied. The existing and
future potential and connectivity of the destinations were studied for an initial screening of the tourist
circuits / destinations.
Figure 1: Methodology
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

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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 above exercise, Chandigarh was taken up for studying and identifying destinations that could be
possibly included in a circuit. Chandigarh being a Union Territory, with a small area, does not have
enough locations that can be developed as a standalone ‘circuit’. Therefore, as per the Ministry of
Tourism’s direction and given its proximity to Punjab, it was decided to combine the popular destinations
in Chandigarh with the tourism circuits of Punjab. The destinations within Chandigarh have been selected
and prioritized for further study after consultations with the stakeholders and based on the popularity,
tourists’ flow pattern and perceived need for improvements/investments to basic and tourism
infrastructure.
Thereafter, detailed infrastructure assessment of the destinations in Chandigarh has been undertaken. The
objective of the said assessment is to understand the significance of the mentioned sites from a tourist
perspective and to map the availability of basic and tourism related-infrastructure. Typical infrastructure
being demanded 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. Following
infrastructure has been examined to assess the requirements and deficiencies:
1) Modes of Transport- airways, roadways and railways and access thereto
2) Road network
3) Utilities-power, water facility, etc
4) Accommodation
5) Way side amenities
6) Maintenance and management of built heritage/tourist attractions
On the basis of reconnaissance survey, discussions with local community and other stakeholders, gaps
have been identified. Based on these gaps as well as site potential, sustainable projects have been
proposed along with the indicative block costs. The proposed projects are intended to achieve the
following objectives:
1) Products and activities proposed will attract the tourist inflow and will hold the tourists in the circuits
which will provide socio-economic benefits at a larger level.

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2) Sustainable projects will attract different investors and private players to participate in infrastructure
development which will benefit both, Government as well as private sector.
1.2 Key Findings
While developing these destinations, besides basic infrastructure and tourism infrastructure, special focus
shall be given to installation of signages. Based on the discussion with the UT Administration the
following destinations have been taken into consideration:-
 Regional Tourist Information Centre, Paryatan Bhawan, Sec. 17
 State of the Art Convention Centre , Nehru Centre For Performing Arts, Sec. 34
 Centre for Performing & Visual Arts , S.B.S Memorial, Sec. 42
 Integrated Development of Shilpgram
o Kalagram, Manimajra
o Sculpture Park
1.3 Structure of the Report
The present report, which covers the proposed destinations for development in Chandigarh, has been
divided into 7 sections. The next section of the report focuses on the profile of the UT, 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 UT, 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
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 upgradation. 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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Chapter 2: Brief on the State
2.1 Introduction
Chandigarh, a union territory of India that serves as the capital of two states, Punjab and Haryana was
planned by the famous French architect Le Corbusier. The name Chandigarh translates as "The Fort of
Chandi". The name is from an ancient temple called Chandi Mandir, devoted to the Hindu goddess
Chandi, in the city. Picturesquely located at the foothills of Shivaliks, it is known as one of the best
experiments in urban planning and modern architecture in India. It is also known as ‘The City Beautiful’.
The city of Chandigarh was created into a union territory to serve as capital of both Punjab and Haryana.
Figure 2: Map of Chandigarh
Source: http://chandigarh.gov.in/knowchd_map.htm

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2.2 Tourism in the State
The location of Chandigarh is unique as it lies in the foot hill region and is also adjacent to the plains of
north India. As such it contains the vegetation of the foot hills and the north Indian plains. Chandigarh has
numerous types and the permanent population of birds, which may consist of over 100 different kinds.
There are also migratory birds visiting during winter from as far off a region as Siberia. It is estimated
that about 100 to 200 types of birds primarily visit Sukhna Lake. The number of migratory birds varies
from year to year. The flora of Chandigarh area is in fact very rich, with the existence of 860 species of
flowering plants in Chandigarh and its neighborhood. Chandigarh region is home to a number of plant
species with medicinal importance. Areas like Shivalik Reserve Forests, Sukhna Catchment area, Rock
Garden, Rose Garden, adjoining villages, are among the various places where different kinds of
Medicinal plants and few endangered species of the same can be found.
The total forest cover in Chandigarh is 32.42 sq. km., which forms 23.5% of the total area. The green
spaces like Parks, Gardens, Green belts, Leisure valley and Road avenues etc. are in addition to the forest
cover of 23.5%. Thus, the green cover in the city is more than 33% with 26 types of flowering trees and
33 types of evergreen trees in Chandigarh.
2.2.1 Trends in Tourist Arrivals
As can be seen from Table 1 the number of people coming to Chandigarh from within India has decreased
by -1.0 % whereas number of foreign tourist has also increased by 3.6% from the year 2009 to 2010.
Table 1: Tourist Arrival in Chandigarh- Domestic and Foreign
Source: India Tourism Statistics 2010 – Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India
2.2.2 State Level Agencies associated with Tourism
Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation Limited, (CITCO) an undertaking of the
Chandigarh Administration was incorporated on 28.3.1974 under the Companies Act, 1956 in the name
and style “Chandigarh Small Industries Development Corporation Ltd”. It was established mainly for the
development of Small Scale Industries in the Union Territory Chandigarh.
CITCO is now implementing the following schemes in Chandigarh:-
State/ UT
2009 2010 % Growth (2010/09)
Domestic Foreign Domestic Foreign Domestic Foreign
Chandigarh 914742 37967 905450 39333 -1.0 3.6

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A) Industrial Development:-
(i) Procurement and distribution of raw material viz. Iron and Steel & IPCL products to the small scale
units.
(ii) An Emporium under the name and style of “Chandigarh Emporium” to provide marketing facilities to
the SSI units.
(iii) Management of Steel stockyard of M/s SAIL at Chandigarh as a Consignment Agent.
(iv) An Industrial Development –cum-Facility Centre to provide common facilities to the small scale
units;
(v) Construction of Industrial sheds for further allotment to the entrepreneurs for the establishment of
Small Scale Industries;
B) Tourism Development:-
(i) Hotel Mountview
(ii) Hotel Shivalikview
(iii) Hotel Parkview
(iv) Baithak Restaurant & Banquet Hall at Kalagram
(v) Transit Lodge at ISBT, Sector 17
(vi)Cafeterias at:
Sukhna Lake
Bus Stand-17
Drop In, Sector-34
Stop ‘N’ Stare, Sector-10
(vii) Non Commercial Canteen at UT Secretariat
(viii) Tours & Travel Wing, ISBT, Sector-17
(ix) Running of Open-to-sky Double Deck Bus – Hop On-Hop Off
2.2.3 Available Destinations/Circuits
Chandigarh, the first ‘planned’ city of India, is known for its architecture and urban planning.
Chandigarh is home to numerous architectural projects of Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanerette, Matthew
Nowick, and Albert Mayer. Le Corbusier planned the city as analogous to a human body with a clearly
defined Head (Capital Complex), Heart (City Centre), Lungs (Leisure Valley and Gardens), the Limbs
(Cultural and Educational Institutions) and the Circulatory System (7 Vs).The concept has been
formulated on the basis of four major functions: Living, Working, Care of the Body and Spirit and
Circulation. There are numerous gardens in Chandigarh which makes it a unique tourist destination.

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Chandigarh does not have any tourism circuits as such except a half day tour managed by Chandigarh
Administration which starts from Hotel Shivalik view, Sector-17, Chandigarh and covers Zakir Rose
Garden (Sector-16), Museum & Art Gallery (Sector-10), War Memorial & Bougainvillea Garden (Sector-
03), Rock Garden (Sector-1) and Sukhna Lake. Ample areas have been provided in the master plan of the
Capital for parks. Out of a total area of 20,000 acres acquired for the first phase, about 2000 acres are
meant for development of parks. Leisure Valley, Rajendra Park, Bougainvillea Park, Zakir Rose Garden,
Shanti Kunj, Hibiscus Garden, Garden of Fragrance, Botanical Garden, Smriti Upavan, Topiary garden
and Terraced Garden are some of the famous parks of Chandigarh.
Figure 3: Existing Tourism Destination in Chandigarh
Source: chandigarhtourism.gov.in

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2.2.4 Leisure Valley1
Leisure valley is one of the most beautiful and
popular tourist attraction destinations in
Chandigarh. Le Corbusier through his design
created a continuum of various theme gardens to
take care of the body and spirit of the city.
Corbusier retained the eroded valley of a seasonal
rivulet on the original site of the City and
sculptured it into a linear park now over 8km long.
It begins from Rajendra Park in Sector 1 that is
basically used for long walks, yoga and other fitness workout activities and stretches till the Bougainvillea
garden in Sector 3. It also covers the splendid garden of roses in Sector 16.
2.2.5 Rajendra Park, Sector 1
Rajendra Park is a vast stretch of land of about 400 acres which is the starting point of leisure valley. Le
Corbusier himself designed the landscape scheme of this park. Trees with round canopies and evergreen
foliage have been planted here.
2.2.6 Bougainvillea Garden, Sector-3
It spreads over an area of 20 acres and is located in
sector 3. The garden is dedicated to hundreds of
varieties of bougainvillea. This garden exhibits
different varieties of bougainvillea flowers. There
are about 65 distinctive varieties of Bougainvillea
shrubs planted over here.
2.2.7 Fitness Trails, Sector 102
It covers a total area of 94 acres, out of which 52-
acre land consists of attractive seasonal flowers and
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the left out portion houses the beautiful sculptures of well-known artists. It is an ideal place for long
walks and physical workouts. Chandigarh fitness trail & flower garden serves as the apt place for long
walks and physical workouts.
2.2.8 Rose Garden, Sector 16
Named after India’s former President Dr. Zakir Hussain, the largest Rose Garden in Asia (established in
1967) is spread over an area of 27 acres and has
more than 17000 plants representing some 1600
varieties of roses. Along with the roses, emphasis
was also given to the trees of medicinal value and
some unique species of trees to enhance the beauty
of the garden.
2.2.9 Shanti Kunj, Sector16
It is located between the Rose Garden and the
Cricket Stadium in Sector 16. Shanti Kunj garden in Chandigarh is situated at a very peaceful place that is
free from any noise and pollution. The natural stream running through this garden divides the park into
five areas. The five parts of the garden depict different kinds of trees such as medicinal plants, vertical
shaped trees, flowering trees, trees for shade and environmentally suitable areas.
2.2.10 Children’s Traffic Park, Sector 23
The area of Leisure Valley in Sector 23 has been developed into a Children’s Traffic Park. The roads
have been constructed and traffic lights have been installed in miniature form. This park is meant for
children who are learning to cycle and designed to teach them the rules of road safety.
2.2.11 Hibiscus Garden, Sector 36
It covers an area of 8 acres and about 40 different varieties of Hibiscus shrubs have been planted to
provide colour throughout the year.
2.2.12 Garden Of Fragrance, Sector 36
Situated to the south of the Hibiscus Garden, it is famous for its distinctive aromatic and fragrant plants.
The flower plants like Raat ki Rani, Motia, varieties of Jasmine, Demask Rose, Mehndi, Champa, Haar
Shingar and many others cast a pervading aroma in this part of the Leisure Valley. Chandigarh garden of
fragrance also serves as a famous picnic spot.

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2.3 Other Gardens3
2.3.1 Smriti Upavan, Sector 1
This garden was set up in 1988 with the view of planting trees for the departed souls. It is situated
between Rock Garden and Sukhna Lake. People can plant trees in the memory of their near and dear ones.
2.3.2 Terraced Garden, Sector 33
Covering an area of 10 acres, Terrace garden in Chandigarh, India was set up in the year 1979. It is
located in Sector 33. The main attraction factor of
terraced flower garden is its lighted musical fountain. It
serves as the main venue for conducting the
Chrysanthemum Show that is held annually. A small
valley running through the length of the sector has been
developed into a Terraced Garden. Chandigarh terraced
flower garden contains exquisite varieties of flowering
plants.
2.3.3 Topiary Park, Sector 35
It was opened to the public in 1987. Many animal shapes created out of creepers and bushes attract
children to this park. A large variety of ornamental plants add to the park’s charm.
2.4 Forest
Chandigarh has 3245 hectares under forest and most of it is hilly. The forest areas are mostly around
Sukhna Lake, Sukhna Choe and Patiali Ki Rao. There are two reserve forests in Chandigarh – Kansal and
Nepli.
2.4.1 Sukhna Lake and Wildlife Sanctuary
Sukhna Lake is a beautiful lake that lies in the foothills
of Shivalik range & was created in the year 1958 by
building an artificial dam on a seasonal stream. The
unique thing about Sukhna is that it is a manmade lake.
Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary spread over an area of 2600
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hectare is situated 1 Km. North-East of Sukhna Lake. It forms the part of Sukhna lake catchment area
falling in Shivalik hills.
2.4.2 Chandigarh Botanical Garden & Nature Park
Situated in the foothills of Shivalik, Chandigarh is blessed with a climate that is suitable for the growth of
a number of species of flora of different climatic region. Keeping in mind the above reason, a Botanical
Garden was conceived with a purpose of conserving the flora of the region as well as those exotic and
near extinct species. With this background, Chandigarh Administration has established a Botanical
Garden near village Sarangpur. This garden spreads over 176 acres of land. This garden has been
connected with the nature reserve known as Patiala-ki-Rao forest through a causeway. Patiala-ki-Rao
forest spreads over 350 acres of land.
The garden consists of 15 Botanical Sections. The primary aim of setting up of Botanical Garden is to
promote research, education, ex-situ conservation and to spread awareness about floral heritage. In
addition, the garden would help promote eco-tourism in Chandigarh.
2.4.3 Medicinal Plants Garden
Medicinal Plants Garden/ Herbal Garden has been developed over 40 acres of land. More than 75 species
of medicinal trees and 55 species of medicinal shrubs, herbs & climbers have already been planted in this
section.
2.4.4 Bamboo Valley
Bamboo Valley was the brainchild of Gen. (Retd.) Dr. S. F. Rodrigues, PVSM, VSM, the then Governor
of Punjab & Administrator U.T. Chandigarh, who conceived the idea of developing this piece of land into
a modern and hi-tech park. This land has 15 species of trees besides bamboo groves along the seasonal
choe, hence named as Bamboo Valley. The Department of Architecture and Urban Planning, U.T.,
Chandigarh formulated the concept of the valley which has been developed by the Engineering
Department of Chandigarh Administration.
2.5 Other Places of Significance in Chandigarh
2.5.1 Capitol Complex
The Capitol Complex is Le Corbusier’s most spectacular work. It houses officials of the Governments of
the states of Punjab and Haryana and comprises of three the Secretariat, the High Court and the
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2.5.2 The High Court
The law-interpreting monument was built in the Capitol Complex during 1951-57. This structure has a
double roof, projecting over the office block like a parasol or an inverted umbrella.
2.5.3 The Legislative Assembly
The profile of this law-forming monument epitomizes stately grandeur. The shape of the cupola is an
obliquely truncated hyperbolic parabolic, extending well above the roof line. A pyramid covers the upper
chamber of the erstwhile bicameral system and offers an exciting counterpoint to the cupola, lending
artistic grace to the entire complex.
2.5.4 The Open Hand Monument
One of the most significant monuments planned
by Le Corbusier in Chandigarh is the Open Hand. Rising
85 feet high from a sunken trench, a giant hand in metal
sheets is designed to rotate like a weathercock, indicating
the direction of wind. This giant hand is 14 metres high
and weighs around 50 tonnes. Open hand is the city's
official emblem.
2.5.5 Rock Garden
Chandigarh has the distinction of having a unique world acclaimed Rock Garden. It consist of art objects,
fashioned from industrial and urban waste. It is situated between the capital complex and Sukhna lake in
Sector1. It nestles amidst 20 acres of woods in the form of an open air exhibition hall, theatre trove and a
miniature maze all rolled into one vast fantasy land of art
and landscape.
The open air sculptures and concealed gateways separating
them are at places enhanced by a waterfall, pools and an
open air theatre with proper stage setting. Several
prestigious performances have been staged in this small but
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2.5.6 Sector 17 Plaza
Planned around four pedestrian concourses meeting at a central chowk (intersection), the Sector 17 of
Chandigarh is a pedestrian's paradise dotted with fountains, sculptures, and groves of trees.
2.5.7 Kalagram
Kala Gram was setup to revive and maintain the rich heritage of Indian Art and Culture and artisan village
over an area of 17 acres on Chandigarh Kalka Road near the Railway Crossing. Kala Gram has been set
up in Chandigarh by Chandigarh Administration and North Zone Cultural Centre (NZCC).
Village of art- Kalagram provide an opportunity to cultural groups of the Northern states to develop and
improve their techniques in the performing dance, drama and music, as well as in their traditional arts &
crafts. Various art-forms in the contemporary idiom are promoted as part of the Kalagram cultural
programmes under North Culture Exchange Polity.
Sculptures Park- Sculpture park has been Set up recently and the park has some fine pieces of rock made
alive with splendid work exhibited by country well known sculptors.
Theaters- The Kalagram has two theaters having seating capacity of 4,000. While one theater is known
as open Air Theater the other known as lawn stage. The various mega shows are held in these theaters.
The most famous show is Gujarat Dhandia. The dhandia is celebrated every year during Navaratra.
Miniature painting and terracotta toys- At Kalagram efforts are being made to promote handicraft. For
this purpose, camps are being organized for miniature paintings and terracotta toys.
2.5.8 Government Museum and Art Gallery
The Government Museum and Art Gallery in Sector 10 of Chandigarh has a fine collection of stone
sculptures of the Gandhara period. The museum also exhibits some of the prehistoric fossils and artifacts
along with modern art and miniature paintings.
2.5.9 Museum of Evolution of Life
The Museum of Evolution of Life in Sector 10 of Chandigarh takes tourists on a trip 5,000 years back
from the Indus Valley Civilization to the present day.
2.5.10 International Dolls Museum
The International Dolls Museum in Sector 23 of Chandigarh has an interesting collection of dolls and
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2.5.1 The Hidden Valley
The Hidden Valley is an Ecotourism camping adventure site in the Shivalik Foothills. It is located near
the famous Mata Jainti Devi Temple in Village Jainti Majri, Punjab.
2.6 Tourism Projects under CFA
The following table highlights the Tourism Projects of Chandigarh under Central Financial Assistance
scheme of Ministry of Tourism, Government of India:-
Table 2: Projects under CFA Assistance
Name of the Project
CFA
Sanctioned (in
crores)
Development and Upgradation of
infrastructure at Sukhna Lake
Rs. 4.99
Illumination/beautification &
Upgradation of Rose Garden
Rs. 2.69
Eco-Tourism Park – cum – Botanical
Garden
Rs. 3.13
Garden Of Palms Sector – 42 Rs. 3.11
Valley of Animals Sector – 49 Rs. 1.40
Garden of Conifers, Sector – 52 Rs. 1.76
Illumination of Monuments/
Architectural buildings
Rs. 4.98
Japanese Garden Sector – 31 Rs. 4.26
Garden of Springs, Sector – 53 Rs. 3.11
Total Rs. 29.43
Source: CITCO
2.7 Infrastructure and Connectivity
2.7.1 Road Transport
The Union Territory of Chandigarh is well served with by an excellent network of roads. The National
Highway 21 (Ambala – Simla) and 22 (Chandigarh – Manali) link Chandigarh to rest of the country.
Buses of seven State Road Corporations connect Chandigarh with many cities and towns of neighboring
states. The important cities that are connected by buses with Chandigarh are Delhi, Dehradoon, Shimla,
Manali, Jammu and major towns of Punjab and Haryana. Chandigarh is well connected by road and buses
provide an important transport link. It is a gateway to Himachal Pradesh as one can reach hill stations like
Kasauli, Chail, Shimla etc within a few hours’ drive. The National Highways No. 21 (Ambala- Kinnaur)
and 22 (Chandigarh-Leh) are the chief road arteries linking Chandigarh with the rest of the country. One
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integrated system of seven roads was designed to ensure efficient traffic circulation. Corbusier referred to
these as the 7'Vs. The city's vertical roads run northeast/southwest (the 'Paths'). The horizontal roads run
northwest/southwest ('The Margs').
2.7.2 Rail Transportation
Chandigarh is well connected by the rail network. The main railway routes passing through Haryana are:
Kalka-Delhi, Chandigarh-Delhi, Kalka-Amritsar, Kalka-Jodhpur, Kalka-Howrah, Amritsar-Howrah,
Kalka- Sri Ganganagar (Rajasthan). Chandigarh is linked with New Delhi, the National Capital by Rail.
The Chandigarh Railway Station is 8 Kms from the city centre in Sector 17.
2.7.3 Air Transportation
Chandigarh Airport is 12 kms from City Centre. Chandigarh Tourism has a well maintained Tourist
Information Centre at the Airport.
2.7.4 Tourist Accommodation
As per the India Tourism Statistics 2010, there are 6 registered hotels available in the state which provides
259 rooms for tourists.
Table 3: Tourist Accommodation in Chandigarh
State/ Place 5
Star-
Delu
xe
5-
Star
4-
Star
3-
Star
2-
Sta
r
1-
Star
Aptt.
Hote
l
Time
Share
Resort
Heritag
e
Un-
Classifie
d
Total
No of
Hotels
1 4 1 - - - - 6
(No. of
Rooms)
155 92 12 - - - - 259
Source: India Tourism Statistics 2010

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Chapter 3: Initial Screening of the Circuits
3.1 Based on Secondary Research
The tourist circuits have been identified based on the discussion with the State Government. A number of
factors have been considered for selecting the various destinations in the circuits. While developing these
destinations, besides basic infrastructure and tourism infrastructure, special focus shall be given to
development of convention centers and signages. Based on the discussion with the State Government the
following destinations have been taken into consideration:-
Table 4: Proposed Tourism Hub and Activity
Tourism Hub Land Availability /
with Chandigarh
Administration
Proposed Activity
Regional Tourist
Information Centre
- Paryatan Bhawan, Sec. 17
Yes / 3 acres Regional tourism offices, Airlines
counter, railway bookings &
reservations, Tourist Information
Centre, Emporias.
State of the Art Convention
Centre
- Nehru Centre For
Performing Arts, Sec. 34
Yes / 3 acres International convention centre
and theatres
Centre for Performing &
Visual Arts
- S.B.S Memorial, Sec. 42
Yes / 11.9 acres Convention Hall, Theatre Hall,
Auditorium
Integrated Development of
Shilpgram
1. Kalagram, Manimajra
2. Sculpture Park
Yes / 14 acres National Crafts Exhibition
Pavilion, showcasing of Indian
Handicrafts and cultural heritage
and traditions - folk music and
folk dances of India. Permanent
infrastructure for Chandigarh
National Crafts Mela.

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Figure 4: Map showing the location of Proposed Tourism Destination
3.2 Key Parameters
In line with the above discussion, further research has been done to identify and prioritise the circuits.
Realising the need, the study narrowed down to derive few key parameters on the basis of which circuits
have been put on priority basis. These key parameters have been listed below:
1) Tourist profile
Type of tourists 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 determines the related multiplier effects. It also governs
the type and scale of infrastructure required.
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2) Capacity & Sustainability
The carrying capacity4
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) 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. While selecting the circuits, attempts have been made to promote the sites situated around
these popular/saturated destinations which are relatively less developed.
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.
4
Carrying capacity is defined as maximum number of individuals than a given environment can support without any adverse
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Chapter 4: Stakeholders Consultation
4.1 State Government
In case of Chandigarh UT, after the initial screening, the shortlisted destinations have been discussed with
the representatives of respective authorities of State Government. Based on the meeting under the
chairmanship of the Administrator, Shri Shivraj Patil on 29.08.2011, the following destinations have been
identified for development:
 State of the Art Convention Centre, Nehru Centre For Performing Arts, Sec. 34
 Centre for Performing & Visual Arts, S.B.S Memorial, Sec. 42
o Sculpture Park
4.2 National Level Travel and Tour Operators and Other Representatives
Further, the above mentioned circuits were presented by NLC in a Stakeholder Consultation meeting
organized and hosted by Ministry of Tourism (MoT), in the presence of representatives of Hotel
Association, Tour operators and representatives from MoT on 19th
Oct, 2011. It was advised by the
National Level Travel and Tour operators that the circuit in Chandigarh should be integrated as much as
possible with the adjoining State. Since the priority circuit in Punjab is the Sikh Circuit consisting of the
Akal Takhts, the priority circuit in Chandigarh could be integrated with the other circuits of the Punjab
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The members who attended the National-Level Stakeholder consultation are listed in the table below:
Table 5: National-Level Stakeholder Consultation, held on 19th
October, 2011
S.
No
Stakeholders Designation Organisation Location
1 Shri Bharat Bhushan Director Hotel Association of India New Delhi
2 Shri Gour Kanjilal - Indian Association of Tour
Operators
New Delhi
3 Shri M.D. Kapoor Secretary General Federation of Hotel and
Restaurant Association of
India
New Delhi
4 Shri Mandip Singh
Soin
President Eco-Tourism Society of India New Delhi
5 Shri Randhir Brar SVP M/S LE Passage to India
Tour and Travels Pvt Ltd.,
New Delhi
6 Shri Tejbir Singh
Anand
President Adventure Tour Operators
Association
New Delhi
7 Shri Subhash Verma President Association of Domestic Tour
Operator of India
New Delhi
8 Shri Varun Shukla General Manager The Lalit Grand Palace Srinagar
9 Ms. Anju Bhat Associate Head of
Sales
The Lalit Grand Palace Srinagar
4.3 Carrying Capacity Analysis
Tourism carrying capacity 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)
Assessment of TCC is based on three major indicators: Physical-Ecological, Socio-Demographic and
Political- Economic.
Physical and Ecological Indicators are based on fixed components (ecological capacity, assimilative
capacity) and flexible components (infrastructure systems like water supply, electricity, transportation,
etc).
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.
Political-economic Indicators refer to the impacts of tourism on local economic structures, activities, etc.
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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.
Figure 5: Methodology for Carrying Capacity Analysis
The methodology for evaluating the available carrying capacity for the tourist destinations of the circuit is
illustrated in Fig 5 and is described below:
I. Calculation of Existing Load (LEXISTING)
This is done by calculating the following:
a. Resident Population Density (βRP): This was derived by dividing the existing resident
population of the tourist town by its area in hectares (ha.)
b. Domestic Tourist Density (βDT ): 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.
Resident
Population
Density
Domestic
Tourist Density
Foreign Tourist
Density
Aggregate Peak
Density
Existing Load
Normalizing
Density
UDPFI
Density
Carrying
Capacity Density
Available Capacity = Carrying Capacity – Existing Load
Carrying Capacity

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TDSP = TD * Stay Average Days
Step 3. Average number of tourist staying per day during peak season ( αDSP ): This
was evaluated by diving the number of tourist stay days per season by the number of
days comprising the peak season
αDSP = Stay Average Days / Days Peak Season
Step 4. Domestic Tourist Density (βDT): This was evaluated by diving Average number of
tourist staying per day during peak season by area of tourist town in hectares.
βDT = αPS / Area
c. Foreign Tourist Density (βFT ): This was derived as follows:
Step 1. Foreign Tourist Arrival (TF): Foreign tourist arrivals during peak season (days)
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(αFSP) : This was
evaluated by diving the number of tourist stay days per season by the number of
days comprising the peak season
αFSP = 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.
ΒFT = αPS / Area
Aggregate Peak Density (APD) = Resident Population Density + Domestic Tourist Density +
Foreign Tourist Density
APD = βRP + βDT + βFT

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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 6: UDPFI Density Limits
Towns Population Upper Limit Density (PPH)
Small Town Less than 50000 125
Medium Town 50000 - 500000 150
Large City More than 500000 150
Metro Cities 175
Small Hill Town 20000 75
Medium Hill Town 20000-80000 90
Large Hill Town More than 80000 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
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)
-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

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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 7: Physical and Ecological Indicators
(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.)
Physical –
Ecological
Indicators
Thematic Areas
Coastal
Area
Islands Protected
Areas
Rural
Areas
Mountain
Resorts
Urban,
Historic
Pilgrimage
Place
Biodiversity     
Air Quality   
Noise Pollution    
Availability of
Power

Water      
Waste
Management
     
Cultural
heritage
      
Tourist
infrastructure
      
Land
Availability
    
Quality of
Transport
Infrastructure
  

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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) were ranked on a scale of
0-10. 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.
Annexure
Table 8: Social and Demographic Indicators
Social
Demographic
Indicators
Thematic Areas
Coastal
Area
Islands Protected
Areas
Rural
Areas
Mountain
Resorts
Urban &
Historic
Pilgrimage
Place
Demography     
Tourist
Flows
     
Social &
Behavioral
Aspects
   
Health &
Hygiene
     
Safety      
(Countries, Dec,2001)
Available Capacity = Carrying Capacity (CC) - Existing Load (LEXISTING)

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Table 9: 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 10: Evaluation Criterion for Physical and Ecological Indicators
(White V., 2006)
Physical – Ecological
Indicators
Evaluation Criterion
Biodiversity Threatened species, Protected areas as a % of territory and type
of ecosystem
Air Quality Population exposure to air pollution - Sox & Nox emission
intensities
Noise Pollution Sensitivity to noise pollutions. Allowable decibels limit if
specified.
Availability of Power Hours of regular power supply from all energy sources.
Water Intensity of Use of water resources. Drinking water availability
@135lpcd.
Waste Management Generation of waste, Movement of hazardous waste, Availability
of waste management system
Cultural & Heritage 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.
Tourist infrastructure Availability of tourist infrastructure such as on site
accommodation, wayside amenities, signages, restaurants, public
convenience, petrol pumps etc.
Land Availability Area of Land available for tourism development.
Quality of Transport
Infrastructure
Inter and Intra city transport connectivity in tourist towns.
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4.3.1 Town wise Carrying Capacity Analysis
Table 11: Town wise Carrying Capacity Analysis
District
Tourist
Town
Destinations Covered
Existing
Load
Carrying
Capacity
Available
Capacity
Existing
Load
Carrying
Capacity
Available
Capacity
2010 2020
Chandigarh Chandigarh
Paryatan
Bhawan,Nehru
Centre,Kalagram,S.B.S
Memorial, Rock
Garden, Rose Garden,
Sukhna Lake
949463 1506700 557237 1117431 1506700 389269
4.4 Ranked List of Circuits
Based on the list of destinations identified by CITCO and on further discussion with the State
Government, the following destinations have been considered to be included in Chandigarh.
 State of the Art Convention Centre , Nehru Centre For Performing Arts, Sec. 34
 Centre for Performing & Visual Arts , S.B.S Memorial, Sec. 42
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Chapter 5: Existing Infrastructure
5.1 Existing Infrastructure Status of the Circuit
A detailed assessment of tourism infrastructure between major points has been discussed below. Each of
the destinations presented below has been rated on a scale of A, B or C, wherein, A denotes ‘Good’, B
denotes ‘Fair’ and C denotes ‘Poor’.
5.2 Paryatan Bhawan
Table 12: Infrastructure status/availability between Bus stands, Railway Station & Airport to Paryatan
Bhawan
Parameters Components
Rating
Paryatan Bhawan
Distance in km From Bus Stand(Sec 17) From Bus
Stand(Sec 43)
From Railway
Station
From Airport
Approach Road Quality(A-C) A A A A
Type of Road (metalled,
unmetalled)
Metalled Metalled Metalled Metalled
Typology
(NH/SH/MDR)
Udyog Path NH-21 to
Udyog Path
Madhya Marg to
Udyog Path
NH-22 to
Udyog Path
Lanes 4 4 4 4
Riding Quality (A-C) A A A A
Transport Modes used by Tourist Car, Rail, Air
and Bus
Car, Rail, Air
and Bus
Car, Rail, Air
and Bus
Car, Rail, Air
and Bus
Availability (A-C) A A A A
Wayside
Amenities
Restaurants Availability Yes Yes Yes Yes
Petrol Pump/ Service
Centre availability
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Public convenience
availability
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Direction
Signages
Sufficiency (A-C) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Languages N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Land Ownership
of the Site
NA CITCO CITCO CITCO CITCO
City/ Town
Accommodation
Type NA NA NA NA
Capacity NA NA NA NA
Bed Occupancy NA NA NA NA
Sufficiency (A-C) NA NA NA NA
Drinking Water
facility
Availability (A-C) NA NA NA NA
Quality(A-C) NA NA NA NA
Solid Waste
Management
A-C A A A A
Electricity Supply(AC, Gen) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Parking
Availability of Land for
Future parking
N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Area of this land
(approx)

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Tourist
Information
Centers
Available(Y/N) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Quality(A-C) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Trained Guides Availability (A-C) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Information
Signages
Languages N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Seating/ Resting Sufficiency (A-C) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Quality (A-C) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Public
Convenience
Availability (A-C) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Shops/ Kiosks Sufficiency (A-C) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Street Lighting Sufficiency (A-C) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
The Tourism Department of Chandigarh Administration intends to construct a new Regional Paryatan
Bhawan (Tourism Bhawan) in Sector 17, for the promotion of tourism and facilitation to the tourists
visiting Chandigarh. It is proposed to construct Paryatan Bhawan where there will be mutual
collaboration with the stakeholders in Government and non Government sectors of Hospitality and
Tourism industry. The Paryatan Bhawan shall have all amenities and facilities for the tourists to have all
information related to tourists’ destinations in Chandigarh and in the states Punjab, Haryana, Himachal
Pradesh and even Jammu & Kashmir. Regional tourism offices of the states of Punjab, Haryana,
Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir shall be established under one roof for the conveniences of the
tourists.
5.3 Nehru Centre for Performing Arts, Sector 34
Table 13: Infrastructure status/availability between Bus stands, Railway Station & Airport to Nehru Centre
Rating
Nehru Centre for Performing Arts
Distance in km From Bus Stand(Sec
17)
From Bus
Stand(Sec
43)
From
Railway
Station
From
Airport
Approach Road Quality(A-C) A (4Km.
Approx.)
A (3Km.
Approx.)
A (7.5 Km.
Approx.)
A (9 Km.
Approx)
Type of Road (metalled, Metalled Metalled Metalled Metalled
Typology
(NH/SH/MDR)
Udyog Path
to Sub City
Center
NH-21to
Sub City
Center
Madhya Marg
to Sub City
Center
NH-22 to Sub
City Center
Lanes 4 4 4 4
Transport Modes used by Tourist Car, Rail,
Air and Bus
Car, Rail,
Air and
Bus
Car, Rail, Air
and Bus
Car, Rail, Air
and Bus
Wayside Restaurants Availability Yes Yes Yes Yes

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Rating
Nehru Centre for Performing Arts
Amenities
Centre availability
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Public convenience
availability
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Direction
Signages
Sufficiency (A-C) C C C C
Languages English English English English
Land Ownership
of the Site
CITCO CITCO CITCO CITCO
City/ Town
Accommodation
Type NA NA NA NA
Drinking Water
facility
Solid Waste
Management
A-C NA NA NA NA
Electricity Supply(AC, Gen) NA NA NA NA
Parking
Availability of Land for
Future parking
NA NA NA NA
NA NA NA NA
Area of this land
(approx)
NA NA NA NA
Tourist
Information
Centers
Available(Y/N) NA NA NA NA
Trained Guides Availability (A-C) NA NA NA NA
Information
Signages
Languages NA NA NA NA
Seating/ Resting Sufficiency (A-C) NA NA NA NA
Quality (A-C) NA NA NA NA
Public
Convenience
Shops/ Kiosks Sufficiency (A-C) NA NA NA NA
Street Lighting Sufficiency (A-C) NA NA NA NA
The State of the Art Convention Centre has been envisaged for the promotion of Chandigarh as a popular
M.I.C.E destination. This will create an opportunity for the MICE segment especially for people from the
north as they won’t have to travel all the way to Delhi for organising meets and seminars. Nehru Centre
for Performing Arts shall be set up in Sector 34, Chandigarh which will also have the facility of an
international convention centre and theatres. The centre would comprise an auditorium for 1,500 persons
and one smaller for 250 persons, two conference halls, a cafeteria and parking spaces. The estimated
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5.4 S.B.S Memorial, Sector 42
Table 14: Infrastructure status/availability between Bus stands, Railway Station & Airport to S.B.S Memorial,
Sector 42
Rating
Sardar Beant Singh Memorial
Distance in km From Bus Stand(Sec 17)
From Bus
Stand(Sec
43)
From
Railway
Station From Airport
Approach Road
Quality(A-C)
A (5.5Km.
Approx.)
A (3Km.
Approx.)
A (12 Km.
Approx.)
A (11 Km.
Approx)
Type of Road
(metalled,
unmetalled) Metalled Metalled Metalled Metalled
Typology
(NH/SH/MDR) NH-21 NH-21 NH-21 NH-21
Lanes 4 4 4 4
Transport
Modes used by
Tourist
Car, Rail,
Air and Bus
Car, Rail, Air
and Bus
Car, Rail, Air
and Bus
Car, Rail, Air
and Bus
Wayside Amenities
Restaurants
Availability Yes Yes Yes Yes
Centre availability Yes Yes Yes Yes
Public convenience
availability Yes Yes Yes Yes
Direction Signages
Sufficiency (A-C) B B B B
Land Ownership of
the Site CITCO CITCO CITCO CITCO
City/ Town
Accommodation
Type NA NA NA NA
Drinking Water
facility
Availability (A-C) B B B B
Quality(A-C) B B B B
Solid Waste
Management A-C A A A A
Electricity Supply(AC, Gen) Both Both Both Both
Parking
Availability of Land
for Future parking Y Y Y Y
Area of this land
(approx) NA NA NA NA
Tourist Information
Centers
Available(Y/N) N N N N
Trained Guides Availability (A-C) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Information
Signages
Seating/ Resting
Quality (A-C) B B B B
Public Convenience Availability (A-C) B B B B
Shops/ Kiosks Sufficiency (A-C) NA NA NA NA

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Rating
Sardar Beant Singh Memorial
Street Lighting
Sufficiency (A-C) A A A A
Quality (A-C) A A A A
S.B.S Memorial shall be developed to commemorate the memory of late Shri Beant Singh, former Chief
Minister, Punjab. Though the centre is very well built and is located near the major destinations, yet the
memorial has not been well maintained. There is immense scope for development in and near the
Memorial Complex. It is proposed to have a well equipped Centre for holding seminars, exhibitions,
training sessions/competitions etc on various aspects of national importance such as national integrations
and communal harmony etc. The main function of the Memorial shall be to organize exhibitions,
conferences and workshops etc involving renowned as well as upcoming artists and to establish, equip
and maintain schools, auditoriums, libraries, archives museums workshops and other facilities, necessary
to fulfill the objectives.
5.5 Kalagram, Manimajra
Table 15: Infrastructure status/availability between Bus stands, Railway Station & Airport to Kalagram, Manimajra
Parameters Components Kala Gram
Distance in
km From Bus Stand(Sec 17) From Bus Stand(Sec 43)
From
Railway
Station From Airport
Approach
Road
Quality(A-C)
A (8.5Km.
Approx.)
A (11Km.
Approx.)
A (2.5 Km.
Approx.)
A (9 Km.
Approx)
Type of Road (metalled,
unmetalled) Metalled Metalled Metalled Metalled
Typology (NH/SH/MDR)
Madhya Marg
or Udyog Path
NH-21 or
Madhya
Marg
Madhya
Marg
NH 5 or
Madhya Marg
Lanes 4 4 4 4
Transport
Modes used by Tourist
Car, Rail, Air
and Bus
Car, Rail,
Air and Bus
Car, Rail,
Air and
Bus
Car, Rail, Air
and Bus
Wayside
Amenities
Restaurants Availability Yes Yes Yes Yes
Petrol Pump/ Service Centre
availability Yes Yes Yes Yes
Public convenience availability Yes Yes Yes Yes
Direction
Signages
Sufficiency (A-C) C C C C
Land
Ownership of
the Site CITCO CITCO CITCO CITCO
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Parameters Components Kala Gram
Accommodati
on
Drinking
Water facility
Availability (A-C) B B B B
Quality(A-C) B B B B
Solid Waste
Management A-C A A A A
Electricity Supply(AC, Gen) Both Both Both Both
Parking
Availability of Land for Future
parking B B B B
Area of this land (approx) NA NA NA NA
Tourist
Information
Centers
Available(Y/N) N N N N
Trained
Guides Availability (A-C) N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.
Information
Signages
Seating/
Resting
Public
Convenience Availability (A-C) B B B B
Shops/ Kiosks
Street
Lighting
Quality (A-C) A A A A
The aim of the project is to educate the people about the value of their rich cultural heritage as embodied
in the arts and crafts and other folk tradition of the region. Kala Gram has been envisaged for display of
Crafts, artifacts, handicrafts & handloom, and to promote traditional culture-Folk Songs and Dances.
With a view to provide to promote artisans, tourists and also to promote art & culture in the City
Beautiful, Chandigarh Administration has decided to create new tourism initiative. The new infrastructure
to be created at Kalagram shall be integrated with the existing infrastructure at Kalagram. Estimated
project cost shall be approx. Rs. 20 Crores.

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Chapter 6: Project Identification, Block Cost Estimate, Implementation and
Funding
Table 15 shows the list of basic infrastructure required in the various destinations.
Table 16: Table showing the list of projects, Indicative Cost, Implementing Agency and Existing Schemes.
Location Project Indicative
Cost (Rs.
Cr.)
Implementing Agency Mode of
Funding
Existing
Schemes
Chandigarh
Sector 17
Paryatan Bhawan-
Regional tourism
offices, Airlines
counter, railway
bookings &
reservations, Tourist
Information Centre,
Emporias.
20 CITCO/ Housing Board/
Municipal Corporation
Public MOT/ UT
Tourism
Department
Sector 34
Nehru Centre of
Performing Arts-
International
convention centre and
theatres
Public MOT/ UT
Tourism
Department
Sec. 42
S.B.S Memorial-
Convention Hall,
Theatre Hall,
Auditorium
Public MOT/ UT
Tourism
Department
Shilpgram,
Manimajra
Kalagram- National
Crafts Exhibition
Pavilion, showcasing
of Indian Handicrafts
and cultural heritage
and traditions - folk
music and folk dances
of India. Permanent
infrastructure for
Chandigarh National
Crafts Mela.
Public MOT/ UT
Tourism
Department
Proposed Breakup of Investments:
Public Sector : 175 Crores
6.1 Estimation of Employment Generation
The proposed investments at tourist destinations are expected to generate employment. These
employment figures have been estimated at UT level because of the direct and indirect nature of
employment generation from these investments. To estimate the number of employment generated an

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investment multiplier of 78 jobs per million investments is taken. The employment generation for
Chandigarh due to projects proposed are presented in the Table below:
Table 17: Estimated Employment Generation in Chandigarh
UT Expected Employment Generation
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