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Uttar Pradesh has taken a major step towards preserving its rich historical legacy, as the government launches an initiative to restore and rejuvenate 11 heritage structures that are slowly falling into disrepair.
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- The Tourism Department will revitalize 11 ancient forts and historic buildings under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
- Under this framework, private agencies will take on the responsibilities of designing, developing, and funding the restoration of the sites, managing their operations, and ultimately transferring them back to the government.
- This initiative aims to preserve the state’s architectural and cultural heritage while also boosting tourism and creating thousands of direct and indirect employment opportunities.
- These sites will be transformed into heritage hotels, cultural centers, or museums, providing tourists with immersive and enriching experiences, renowned for their distinctive architecture and historical importance.
- This initiative holds great promise for regions such as Bundelkhand, where heritage-based tourism can significantly stimulate the local economy.
- The UP government’s heritage restoration plan is part of a wider strategy to harmonize cultural preservation with contemporary development.
- The project will revive these architectural gems and open up new opportunities for local employment and economic growth.
- This initiative aligns with the Chief Minister’s ongoing efforts to promote eco-tourism and religious tourism, which have already positioned Uttar Pradesh prominently on both the national and international tourism map.
- The successful development of key destinations like Ayodhya, Kashi, and Mathura, along with numerous ancient temples and pilgrimage sites, has fueled a significant tourism surge.
- The state recorded an impressive 65 crore tourist visits, highlighting the growing impact of these forward-looking policies in 2024 alone.