Imphal: One-day brainstorming session on the proposed “Loktak Lake Eco-Tourism Project” under the externally aided project (EAP) to be funded by ADB (Asian Development Bank) was held Saturday at Dynasty Hall, Classic Grande Hotel, Imphal.
The session, organised by the Tourism Department, was attended by Minister (Tourism) Oinam Lukhoi Singh; Chief Secretary Dr. Rajesh Kumar, IAS; Additional Chief Secretary (Tourism), P. Vaiphei, IAS; Director (Tourism), W. Ibohal Singh, MCS and Director (Fisheries), H. Balkrisna Singh (MCS) amongst other heads/representatives of various line departments.
It may be mentioned that the proposed project, which is likely to cost around $ 288m, targets to sustainably restore and improve the Loktak Lake ecosystem and eco-tourism development thereby enhancing the livelihood of the local communities, alleviating poverty. The Concept Plan of the project includes rules and regulations for the construction of Jetty, bird sanctuary, hump bridge, ropeway etc.
The session started with the introductory remarks by the Chief Secretary Dr. Rajesh Kumar, IAS after which Director (Tourism) Shri W. Ibohal Singh, MCS delivered brief notes on the project. As part of the session, Project Management Consultants (PMC) presented PPT presentation on the project followed by interaction & clarification among the participants.
While appreciating the efforts of the chief secretary, PMC and heads/ representatives of the line departments–LDA, Forest, PWD, Water Resources, Pollution Control Board, Environment, Fisheries, Tourism etc., O. Lukhoi Singh instructed the officers to give more effort in implementing this mega tourist project successfully so as to make Manipur a wonderful tourist hub.
