'Safety, connectivity in UP have led to exponential growth in tourism'

Minister Jaiveer Singh explains how religious corridors, improved security and robust infra are driving record-breaking footfall to propel state toward a trillion-dollar economy

- SIDDHARTH KALHANS

Tourism in Uttar Pradesh (UP) has “increased exponentially” after the construction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, the opening of the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor and the improvement of heritage sites, said Jaiveer Singh, the state's tourism and culture minister.

Uttar Pradesh has become a preferred destination not only for domestic tourists but for international travelers as well, he said at the Business Standard Samriddhi conference in Lucknow. Uttar Pradesh maintains its premier ranking as India's leading destination for domestic tourists, while simultaneously upgrading basic infrastructure and amenities to bolster its appeal to international travellers. The sector offers boundless potential for generating employment and income, already serving as a vital pillar of the regional economy. Enhancing this fiscal contribution further remains essential to fulfilling the state government's ambitious resolve of transforming the state into a trillion-dollar economy.

Singh emphasised that tourism will play a pivotal role in achieving Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s goal of transforming Uttar Pradesh into a trillion-dollar economy. This sector possesses the unique potential to generate maximum revenue through minimal capital investment. He asserted that for tourism to flourish and expand within any region, three fundamental pillars are essential: Robust law and order, seamless connectivity, and advanced infrastructure development. He noted that the state’s improved security environment has positioned Uttar Pradesh as an attractive destination for global investors, unlocking immense opportunities across the tourism landscape.

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