Uttar Pradesh Tourism Boom: A Cultural Renaissance and Unity Celebration

Uttar Pradesh's tourism sector has experienced unprecedented growth, with visitor numbers soaring from 21.5 crore in 2016 to an anticipated 64.9 crore by 2024. This surge has elevated the state's national tourism share from 13.1% to 18.9% over seven years, a testament to the efforts of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

In a recent statement on social media platform X, Adityanath credited the transformative impact to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's guidance, emphasizing how cultural events like the Deepotsav, Rangotsav, and Dev Deepawali have converted the region's rich heritage into economic strength and cultural pride.

Marking Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's 150th birth anniversary, Uttar Pradesh will host a 'Run for Unity' on October 31, celebrating his contributions. The event encompasses a nationwide 'Sardar @150 Unity March', concluding with a significant padayatra from Karamsad to Kevadia, aiming to promote national unity and awareness.

(With inputs from agencies.)