Fri Dec 20 11:46:08 UTC 2024: ## Tamil Nadu Sees Record Tourist Boom in 2023
**Chennai, December 20, 2024** – Tamil Nadu experienced a record surge in tourism in 2023, with both domestic and international tourist arrivals reaching 28.71 crore, a significant increase from the 14.18 crore recorded in 2020. Tourism Minister R. Rajendran attributed this growth to various initiatives implemented by the DMK government and indicated plans to further boost tourism numbers. The minister’s statement highlights a significant achievement for the state’s tourism sector.