Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh Tops Domestic Tourism in 2025
- 05 Jan 2026
- 1 min read
Why in News?
Uttar Pradesh has become India’s most visited state for domestic tourism in 2025, according to the Ministry of Tourism.
Key Points
- Ranking: UP Ranks 1st in Domestic Visits (137 Crore) and 4th in Foreign Tourists (3.66 Lakh) in 2025.
- Major Events Impact: The historic Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj was a major contributor, attracting over 66 crore visitors.
- Key Destinations: Cities such as Ayodhya, Varanasi, Mathura–Vrindavan, and Shravasti emerged as major tourism hubs.
- Events & Festivals: Events like Deepotsav, Rangotsav, Dev Deepawali, Magh Mela, and various programs attracted both domestic and foreign tourists.
- Economic Impact: The tourism boom is vital for the state's economy, contributing significantly to its goal of becoming a $1 trillion economy by 2029.
- Tourism Policy & Investment: Under the UP Tourism Policy 2022, 1,757 tourism units were registered and proposals worth ₹37,688.58 crore received to boost infrastructure and attractions.
