In a major step to boost tourism and improve religious places across Uttar Pradesh, the state government led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has approved a large budget. A total of Rs 118.28 crore has been allocated for the development of important monuments, temples, and tourist places. A big focus has been placed on Agra, a famous city with a rich cultural and historical background.
Atal Smarak in Bateshwar to Honour Vajpayee Out of the total budget, Rs 22.76 crore has been set aside to build the Atal Smarak in Bateshwar. This special memorial will be built in memory of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who was also a Bharat Ratna awardee. The memorial will include a statue of Vajpayee and celebrate his legacy. This project will be developed by the UP Tourism Department, and the UP Project Corporation will carry out the work.
Better Facilities at Tourist and Religious Spots A large amount of Rs 71.50 crore will be used to improve the facilities at many tourist and religious places across the state. The aim is to make these sites more comfortable and easier to visit. New signage boards will be installed at important places, with Rs 2.05 crore allotted for this purpose. Holipura village in Bah will also get Rs 12.48 lakh for signage improvements. Tourism Minister Jaiveer Singh said that Agra is already a top destination for foreign tourists because of its three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. He explained, “Development work is being done at tourist and religious places for the convenience of tourists.” The project is funded through the Tourism Development and Infrastructure Fund.
Temples in Agra to Get Upgrades Many well-known temples in Agra are also included in this development plan. Dhakam Mata Temple in Khedi will get Rs 88.30 lakh for upgrades. Kailash Temple in Sikandra will receive Rs 15.26 crore for improvement works. Other temples like Dariyanath Temple in Rajamandi, Balkeshwar Mahadev Temple, Dashrath Kunj Temple in Shaheed Park, Shiv Mandir in Fatehabad, and Hanuman Mandir in the Collectorate area will also be improved using this budget.
Minister Jaiveer Singh made it clear that strict action will be taken if poor-quality work is done. He said, “Negligence in the quality and standards of work will be unforgivable.” With this big investment, the government hopes to protect the heritage of these important places while making them more attractive to both Indian and foreign visitors. The plan not only supports religious tourism but also improves the experience for travelers looking to explore the history and culture of Uttar Pradesh.