Travel Industry hoping for a quick turnaround as business resumes following Unlock
The outbreak of the COVID19 Corona Virus is causing great turmoil all across the globe including India. The number of infected cases is surging rapidly in many states including West Bengal. Apart from the health hazard which is putting all at tremendous health risks it is also causing great damage to the economy as well and especially to certain sectors. The travel and hospitality sector has faced the maximum brunt as travel has come to a virtual standstill. However, to breathe life into the various sectors unlocking has been done in phases. According to a recent media report, it is this unlocking that the tourism industry is eagerly waiting to slowly put things back to normal.
The great loss of Indian Tourism industry
According to this report the Indian tourism industry is set to lose as much as Rs 1.25 trillion in 2020 due to the prolonged lockdown as a result of this pandemic. Projections also state that for the quarter of April to June 2020 was expected to undergo a massive loss of Rs 69,400 crores. However, with the gradual relaxations that are being given in the shutdowns in various regions, the travel and tourism industry is trying to put its act back together. On the 3rd of June 2020, the West Bengal State Tourism minister announced partial operations of the 5 of the Government tourist lodges. Besides certain tourist spots have also been reopened and the response would be reviewed. Along with the resumption of the domestic flights too some hope is being seen.
The situation in Digha and in West Bengal
You would already be aware that when it comes to West Bengal, Digha has always been the evergreen hotspot and most visited tourist place. Here also most hotel owners have decided to reopen their hotels though with limited hotel staff. Along with the beach town of Digha the Surnarbans too, which is the largest mangrove forest in the world is all set to reopen.
Expert opinions in the field
Some Travel Experts are of the opinion that following the gradual opening of the lockdowns India too has got a major chance to make a gradual comeback They believe that the lockdown along with the social distancing norms has resulted in the people getting crammed. This would also now cause people to choose shorter visits with a maximum of 3 to 4 days. One of the good things that, has happened with international travel coming to a stop people would prefer to travel domestically. The sector is also seeking government support to overcome these very challenging times.
Some people connected with the travel industry are optimistic and are hoping that with the Durga Puja still some months away, the demand for the tourism industry would pick up by then. Keeping this in view Digha is a great travel destination in and around Kolkata. Now with many people still preferring to stay away from the public transport systems, Digha is a place which you could drive down to in your own vehicle. Now with all the sanitization exercises being done, you would want a hotel that is very clean and hygienic. When it comes to the best budget hotels in Digha, Hotel Santiniketan Digha is definitely the best choice. So start making your bookings just in case you plan a trip in the coming times.
