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The Week Heritage Awards: Jharkhand’s tourism sector has achieved national recognition as Patratu received the prestigious Silver Banyan Award at The Week Heritage Awards 2026.
The award honours Patratu in the Riverside Heritage category for its growing identity as a tourism destination.
Mukesh Kumar, Secretary of Jharkhand’s Department of Tourism, Art and Culture, Sports and Youth Affairs, and Naman Priyesh Lakra, Director of Tourism, received the award. The ceremony took place at the Prime Ministers Museum and Library in New Delhi.
National Recognition for Jharkhand Tourism
The Week organised the second edition of its Heritage Awards to recognise destinations, cultural heritage sites and innovative tourism initiatives across India.
The awards celebrate efforts to preserve heritage, promote tourism and support local development.
Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat attended the ceremony as the chief guest.
This year, the organisers presented 18 awards across nine major categories, along with eight special editorial awards.
Patratu’s achievement brings national attention to Jharkhand’s natural beauty and tourism potential.
Patratu Emerges as a Major Tourist Destination
Patratu attracts visitors with its scenic valleys, lush landscapes and expansive reservoir.
The destination continues to strengthen its position among Jharkhand’s popular tourist attractions.
The Patratu Reservoir offers boating and other recreational experiences.
A floating restaurant, musical fountain and additional tourism facilities have further enhanced its appeal.
These attractions create opportunities for visitors to explore the region and enjoy its natural surroundings.
The Silver Banyan Award recognises Patratu’s growing tourism profile and the efforts to develop its facilities.
Government Focuses on Tourism Infrastructure and Local Development
The Jharkhand government continues to promote the state’s natural and cultural heritage on national and international tourism platforms.
It prioritises infrastructure development, improved visitor facilities and better tourism experiences.
The government also aims to involve local communities in tourism-related activities.
This approach can help destinations grow while creating economic opportunities for residents.
Tourism supports several local industries, including hospitality, food services, transport and local products.
The state aims to expand employment and self-employment opportunities for young people and local communities through these sectors.
Award to Encourage Further Tourism Development
Mukesh Kumar congratulated departmental officials, the local administration and everyone who contributed to the Patratu tourism project.
He described the award as an encouraging achievement for Jharkhand’s tourism sector.
He expressed confidence that the recognition would motivate further development across the state’s tourism destinations.
Mukesh Kumar also highlighted the importance of strengthening tourist facilities and increasing community participation.
Patratu’s Silver Banyan Award marks an important milestone for Jharkhand.
The recognition also creates an opportunity to showcase the state’s scenic destinations, cultural heritage and emerging tourism experiences to a wider audience.
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