Andhra Pradesh Tourism has been selected for the âEmerging Coastal and Heritage Awardâ by the U.S.-based International Tourism Conclave and Travel Awards (ITCTA). The award will be presented at a ceremony scheduled to be take place at Le Meridien in New Delhi on July 26, 2025.In a statement released on Thursday, the Tourism Department said: âThe ITCTA has selected Andhra Pradesh in recognition of the Stateâs outstanding achievements and entrepreneurial approach, particularly in promoting coastal and heritage tourism. This award is a testament to the Stateâs innovative policies, new initiatives, and revolutionary reforms in the tourism sector.âAndhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) Managing Director Amarpali Kata congratulated the team and expressed gratitude to Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh, APTDC Chairman Nukasani Balaji and Principal Secretary Ajay Jain for their support and guidance.âThis award is a significant recognition of the Stateâs efforts to promote tourism and will further boost the sectorâs growth,â said Ms. Amrapali as she reaffirmed her commitment to taking Andhra Pradesh tourism to new heights and making it a preferred tourist destination.Published - July 25, 2025 12:07 am IST