Union Minister for Shipping Sarbananda Sonowal launched a campaign to transform iconic 75 Lighthouses into Tourism Spots from Dwarka in Gujarat yesterday.

The Minister inaugurated the first three iconic Lighthouses at Dwarka, Gopnath and Veraval in Gujarat.

Addressing the occasion, Mr. Sonowal said, the initiative is in line with the visionary approach of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to transform India’s distinctive lighthouses into captivating Tourism sites.

The initiative aims to showcase the rich culture and significance of these magnificent structures which will boost tourism and empower the local economy. The newly developed lighthouses will have many tourist attractions such as musical fountains, museums, selfie points and others.