Archive · 7 Sep 2025
Vindhyachal Set to Become Uttar Pradesh's Next Tourism Hotspot
Vindhyachal in Uttar Pradesh is becoming a major place to visit, similar to Kashi and Ayodhya.
Many people are visiting the temples there, with over 64 lakh people visiting in the first six months of 2025.
The government is making improvements to make it even better, like new roads, parking, and places to eat.
They are also focusing on the natural beauty of the area, with trails and homestays.
This is part of a larger plan to make Uttar Pradesh a top tourism spot, offering a mix of religious sites and nature.
Vindhyachal is emerging as a significant tourism destination in Uttar Pradesh.
The region is experiencing a surge in pilgrims, with over 64 lakh visitors in the first half of 2025.
Development plans include corridor-style redevelopment and infrastructure improvements.
Eco-tourism initiatives are being integrated, featuring homestays and nature trails.
Uttar Pradesh aims to become a holistic tourism destination blending religious, ecological, and cultural offerings.
- Who
- Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department
- What
- Developing Vindhyachal as a major tourism destination.
- When
- Ongoing
- Where
- Vindhyachal, Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh
- Why
- To boost tourism, blend spiritual faith with natural and cultural heritage.
- Location
- Vindhyachal, Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh
- Key Figures
- UP Tourism Minister Jaiveer Singh; Principal Secretary Mukesh Meshram
- Pilgrim Count (2025)
- 64 lakh (first six months)
- Annual Footfall Projection
- Over 1 crore devotees
- Planned Developments
- Corridor redevelopment, improved infrastructure
- Recent Recognition
- Salkhan Fossil Park added to UNESCO tentative list
- 2024 Tourist Footfall
- 64.9 crore (Uttar Pradesh)
