A Study of Administrative Governance and Tourism Development Practices of MTDC in Nashik Region.

Abstract

This study evaluates the administrative governance and operational effectiveness of the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) in promoting and sustaining tourism across the Nashik region. Nashik holds strategic significance due to its blend of religious pilgrimage, eco-tourism, historical heritage, and wine tourism. By examining policy frameworks, infrastructure management, public-private partnerships (PPPs), and inter-agency coordination, this paper analyzes MTDC's role as a regional administrative body. Using a mixed-methods approach combining secondary policy documentation, institutional audits, and stakeholder surveys, the paper highlights institutional challenges—such as bureaucratic delays, underutilized assets, and fragmented marketing—and outlines actionable strategies for governance reform.