New Delhi, Sep 28 (TIWN) With the objective of taking the north-east region to other parts of the country and bringing them closer to strengthen national integration, the Central government will on Sunday give a push to the 'Destination North-east 2020' event to boost tourism which has been badly hit by the Covid-19 pandemic.

‘Destination North-east’ is a calendar event of the Ministry of Development of North-Eastern Region (DoNER). The theme of the event is “the Emerging Delightful Destinations” which speaks of the tourist destinations emerging stronger and more attractive.  The programme focuses mostly on tourism and coincides with ‘World Tourism Day’ which falls on September 27. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who is also the chairman of the North-eastern Council, will inaugurate the event on Sunday through virtual medium.