Debagarh to Be Developed Like Darjeeling, Says MLA Romancha Ranjan Biswal

BJD MLA Romancha Ranjan Biswal outlines vision to transform Debagarh into a major tourism destination in Odisha

DEBAGARH: Debagarh could emerge as one of Odisha’s leading tourism destinations if its natural beauty, forests, waterfalls and other attractions are developed with a long-term vision, BJD MLA Romancha Ranjan Biswal said in an exclusive interview with Drusti With Rasmita.

In the interview, Biswal spoke about his vision for the development of Debagarh and said the district has the potential to be transformed into a tourism destination comparable to Darjeeling.

The interview, published by Aadyasha News, focuses on tourism development and the future potential of Debagarh as a destination capable of attracting visitors from across Odisha and beyond.

Romancha Ranjan Biswal’s Tourism Vision for Debagarh

Debagarh is known for its natural surroundings and scenic landscape, offering significant potential for tourism-based economic development.

According to the vision presented by MLA Romancha Ranjan Biswal, tourism can become an important component of Debagarh’s future development. Better promotion of local attractions, improved infrastructure and greater visibility for the district could help bring more tourists to the region.

The MLA’s statement that he wants to develop Debagarh like Darjeeling has generated considerable interest because it places tourism at the centre of a broader development vision for the district.

Focus on Natural Beauty and Tourism Potential

Debagarh’s forests, hills, waterfalls and rural landscape provide the district with a distinctive tourism identity.

With systematic planning, these natural resources could support different forms of tourism, including nature tourism, eco-tourism, adventure tourism and weekend tourism.

A stronger tourism ecosystem could also create opportunities for local businesses, transport operators, guides, hotels, restaurants, handicraft producers and other service providers.

Tourism Could Create Local Employment

Tourism development is not only about attracting visitors. It can also create employment and income opportunities for local communities.

If tourist destinations receive better infrastructure and promotion, local residents can benefit through homestays, food services, transportation, handicrafts, local products and tourism-related businesses.

For a district like Debagarh, a well-planned tourism strategy could therefore become an additional avenue for economic growth.

Need for Better Infrastructure and Promotion

Transforming Debagarh into a major tourism destination would require sustained investment in infrastructure.

Road connectivity, accommodation facilities, sanitation, drinking water, tourist information centres, safety arrangements and digital promotion would all be important components of a successful tourism strategy.

Equally important would be the promotion of Deogarh’s tourist attractions through social media, digital platforms, travel networks and professionally produced tourism campaigns.

Can Debagarh Become a Major Tourism Hub?

The comparison with Darjeeling is ambitious, but it highlights the scale of the MLA’s vision.

Darjeeling has developed a strong tourism identity through its natural landscape, climate, connectivity, hospitality industry and long-established tourism infrastructure.

For Debagarh to develop along a similar path, experts and policymakers would need to focus on sustainable tourism, infrastructure, environmental protection and strong destination marketing.

The district’s natural resources provide the foundation, while investment and planning would determine how successfully that potential can be converted into a sustainable tourism economy.

A New Opportunity for Debagarh

Tourism could potentially change the economic profile of Debagarh by attracting visitors and encouraging new private investment.

The development of tourism circuits connecting Debagarh with other destinations in western and central Odisha could further increase visitor numbers.

Improved connectivity with neighbouring districts and major cities could also make Debagarh more accessible to tourists looking for short trips and nature-based experiences.

MLA’s Vision Puts Debagarh Tourism in Focus

Romancha Ranjan Biswal’s remarks have placed Debagarh’s tourism potential firmly in the political and public-development discussion.

The challenge now will be translating the vision into concrete projects, improved infrastructure and sustainable tourism initiatives.

If planned effectively, Deogarh could build a distinct tourism identity based on its natural beauty while ensuring that local communities receive a meaningful share of the economic benefits.

Bottom Line

“Debagarh like Darjeeling” is a bold tourism vision. Whether the district can achieve that ambition will depend on infrastructure, investment, promotion, environmental protection and sustained government and community participation.

For now, the statement has opened an important conversation about how tourism can become a major driver of development in Debagarh.

Watch the full interview: Drusti With Rasmita – Romancha Ranjan Biswal

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