The initiative aims to develop Shringverpur Dham, the capital of the kingdom of Lord Ram's devoted follower Nishadraj, as a hub for rural, religious, and spiritual tourism. This would add new dimensions to the cultural and spiritual heritage of the region.
The mega campaign, running until November 25, 2024, invites participation from the general public, public representatives, and officers to vote for their favorite tourist destination in the state.
The CM made the remarks after unveiling the grand Shri Rajagopuram Gate of Sugriva Fort in Ayodhya.
When the state was witnessing an intense battle of ballots for nine assembly bypolls, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited Ayodhya on Wednesday where he offered prayers at Hanumangarhi and the Ram Temple, seeking blessings for the happiness and prosperity of the people.
Crowds began gathering late on Saturday night for the Parikrama, which started ahead of the auspicious time, with many devotees enthusiastically chanting "Jai Shri Ram" as they covered the 42-kilometrE route in just five hours on Sunday.
Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu congratulated veteran BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani on being picked for the country's highest civilian honour, the Bharat Ratna.
While India is celebrating an upward trajectory of economic growth combined with ecstatic euphoria through the inauguration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya it would be foolish to remain oblivious to the upheavals of a tottering civilization.
The Chief Minister extended his gratitude to SpiceJet CMD Ajay Singh for initiating new flight services to Ayodhya. He urged the group to replicate such endeavours for the benefit of other regions within Uttar Pradesh.
The BJP MLAs team, led by Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari was scheduled to visit Ayodhya on 10 February, according to sources of the BJP Legislative party.
Passengers at Malda can now avail direct rail connectivity to Punjab.
