Government redesigning 'Prasad' pilgrim tourism scheme: Minister

• The government is redesigning the 'Prasad' scheme to encourage pilgrim tourism.
• Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat informed the Lok Sabha about the redesign.
• The scheme, launched in 2014-15, has sanctioned 54 projects over the last ten years.
• The redesign is occurring as the scheme's financial cycle is nearing completion.
• 'Prasad' stands for Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Augmentation Drive.

Why It Matters: Govt redesigning 'Prasad' scheme impacts spiritual tourism development.