<h1>India, ADB, Tamil Nadu, and Uttarakhand Sign $43.84M Loan for Sustainable Tourism Infrastructure Enhancement.</h1> The Government of India, Asian Development Bank, and the states of Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand signed a $43.84 million loan agreement for the second tranche of the Infrastructure Development Investment Program to enhance tourism. This initiative, part of a $250 million program approved in 2010, focuses on improving urban infrastructure and connectivity to tourist sites in these states. It aims to promote sustainable tourism development, boost local economies, and create livelihood opportunities. The project includes eco-tourism, adventure tourism, and infrastructure upgrades, with an emphasis on preserving natural and cultural heritage and involving local communities in tourism-related activities.