In order to empower women in the tourism sector, the Maharashtra Cabinet approved the implementation of the 'Gender Inclusive Tourism Policy called 'Aai'under the 'Ajadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav'. Similarly, approval was also given to start women's bike-taxi services at some tourist spots in the State. The policy will be implemented through Directorate of Tourism and Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation in coordination with various schemes of all concerned departments. AIR correspondent reports that in this policy, the five principles of women entrepreneurship development, infrastructure for women, prioritizing the safety of women tourists, customized products for women tourists, discounts and travel and tourism development will be adopted.<br />''<br />''Various measures will be implemented to provide business and employment opportunities to women in the field of tourism and to enable women tourists to benefit from safe tourism. 10 women-owned and operated tourism businesses stateregistered with the Directorate of Tourism in each taluka of the state will be assisted in setting up tourism businesses.<br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">On the occasion of International Women's Day from March 1 to 8, all the resorts/units of Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation will provide 50 percent discount on online booking to all women tourists. For a total of 30 days in a year, 50 percent discount will be given to women tourists in online booking in all resorts of the corporation.</span><br />