1. In 2023, Mizoram hosted over 1,96,000 tourists, comprising both domestic and foreign visitors.
2. Among them, 1,93,445 were domestic tourists, while 3,435 were foreigners, as per the state Tourism Department.
3. The tourist influx reflects Mizoram’s appeal to both local and international travelers.
Aizawl, April 29: In 2023, Mizoram welcomed over 1,96,000 tourists, including foreigners, according to the state Tourism department.
Of the total, 1,93,445 were domestic tourists, and 3,435 were foreigners, the department reported.
Americans comprised the largest group of foreign tourists, with 1,162 visitors, while others hailed from countries like Japan, Australia, Israel, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
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Compared to the previous year, the tourist influx saw a slight decline, with over 2.22 lakh visitors recorded in 2022-23.
The Covid-19 pandemic significantly impacted tourism, with only 20,564 tourists in 2020-21 and 1.32 lakh in 2021-22.
Mizoram’s tourism sector has been guided by a ‘responsible’ tourism policy since August 2020, aiming for sustainable development and community empowerment.
The policy emphasizes leveraging tourism for local development, poverty eradication, and environmental conservation.
Previously, foreigners required a Protected Area Permit (PAP) from the Union Home Ministry to visit Mizoram. However, PAP has been suspended for all foreigners except those from Afghanistan, Pakistan, and China.
While PAP is no longer mandatory, foreign tourists must register at the Foreigner Registration Office in Aizawl within 24 hours of arrival.
