UP’s New Initiative to Boost Tourism Jobs Through Local Guide Training

“Uttar Pradesh is empowering local youth with specialized training programs to become certified tourist guides, aiming to enhance tourism and create sustainable job opportunities. The initiative focuses on cultural heritage, communication skills, and modern tourism trends, targeting key destinations like Varanasi and Ayodhya.” Uttar Pradesh Launches Training Program to Elevate Tourism Employment In a bid … Read more

UP’s Temple Restoration Fuels Spiritual Tourism Boom

“Uttar Pradesh’s ambitious temple restoration plan, led by CM Yogi Adityanath, is revitalizing 300 ancient temples to boost spiritual tourism. With INR 400 crore allocated in the 2025-26 budget, the state aims to enhance infrastructure in key pilgrimage sites like Ayodhya and Mathura, attracting millions of visitors and fostering economic growth through cultural heritage preservation.” … Read more

UP’s Homestay Boom Fuels Rural Tourism Surge

Uttar Pradesh’s rural tourism is thriving with a surge in homestays, offering authentic cultural experiences and boosting local economies. Supported by the state’s 2025 Homestay Policy, these initiatives empower rural communities, especially women, while attracting tourists to offbeat destinations like Kurauana and Ayodhya’s villages. The trend aligns with India’s push for sustainable tourism, creating jobs … Read more

Ayodhya’s Ramayana Circuit Gets Major Funding Boost for Tourism

Ayodhya has emerged as a global tourism hub with over 11 crore visitors in 2024, driven by the Ram Mandir’s inauguration. Uttar Pradesh’s government is investing heavily in the Ramayana Circuit, with Rs 3,800 crore for 126 hospitality projects and Rs 30,000 crore for Ayodhya’s transformation under Vision 2047. These initiatives aim to enhance infrastructure, … Read more

UP’s Spiritual Tourism Surge: New Circuits Drive Economic Growth

“Uttar Pradesh is witnessing a spiritual tourism boom, fueled by new travel circuits connecting sacred sites like Ayodhya, Varanasi, and Kashi Vishwanath. Enhanced infrastructure, government initiatives like PRASHAD, and a 21.4% rise in spiritual tourism visas in 2025 are driving millions to these destinations, boosting local economies and creating jobs.” Uttar Pradesh Emerges as Spiritual … Read more