Karnataka’s tourist footfall sees fourfold rise, crosses 30 crore visitors post pandemic

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A breathtaking view of Someshwara beach from the sunset point of Kshitija Nesara Dhama at the delta of Sumanavathi River in Byndoor of Udupi district. File photo for r

A breathtaking view of Someshwara beach from the sunset point of Kshitija Nesara Dhama at the delta of Sumanavathi River in Byndoor of Udupi district. File photo for r | Photo Credit: ANIL KUMAR SASTRY

With an increase of 22.17 crore tourists, Karnataka has recorded a sharp post-pandemic surge in overall footfall, with domestic tourism, in particular, witnessing a fourfold rise.

In 2021, Karnataka recorded 7.83 crore tourist visits, including 7.97 crore domestic and 0.71 lakh foreign visitors. By 2025, this had jumped sharply to 30.21 crore total visits in the State.

Published - April 22, 2026 02:02 pm IST

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