Revival of Religious Sites Sparks Tourism Boom in India

The Indian government's ambitious initiatives to rejuvenate religious sites are paying off, with a substantial increase in religious tourism across the country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's focus on temple restoration and infrastructure development has transformed pilgrimage destinations like Ayodhya, Varanasi, and Kedarnath. The PRASHAD scheme, launched by the central government, aims to holistically develop identified pilgrimage sites with modern amenities and improved infrastructure. State governments are also contributing to this revival, with projects like the Ram Van Gaman Marg in Uttar Pradesh set to boost religious tourism further.
Source: Times of India