Ancient temples in Ambedkar Nagar & Amethi to get new life: Rs 5 crore sanctioned 6 key projects

The Uttar Pradesh government has sanctioned Rs 5 crore for six key projects to transform ancient temples in Ambedkar Nagar and Amethi into major centers of faith and tourism. Under the Chief Minister’s Tourism Development Scheme, the projects will restore historic temples while adding modern facilities, giving pilgrims a better experience and generating employment for locals.

Tourism & Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh said the initiative reflects the state’s resolve to preserve its spiritual legacy while building a strong tourism economy. “These ancient temples are not just centers of faith but also a living heritage. By reviving them with modern facilities, we are creating hubs of cultural pride and economic growth. This effort will benefit local communities and make the Ayodhya region even more attractive for visitors,” he said here on Thursday.

Advertisement

In Ambedkar Nagar, the development will include Sant Baba Govind Sahib’s Tapobhoomi Math in Ahirauli (Rs 75 lakh) and the centuries-old Kali Mandir at Dilawalpur in Bhiti (Rs 75 lakh). In Amethi, work will be carried out at Mahavir Mandir in Musafirkhana (Rs 75 lakh), Baba Lakkha Das Kuti in Tiloi (Rs 1 crore), Baba Mahavir Das Mandir in Musafirkhana (Rs 1 crore), and Bileshwar Mahadev Mandir in Gauriganj (Rs 75 lakh).

Officials said the projects will not only enhance pilgrim amenities such as sanitation, drinking water, and beautification but also create opportunities for small businesses and artisans in the region.

The state government has approved 350 new projects worth over Rs 3,598 crore for FY 2025–26 under the Chief Minister’s Tourism Development Scheme, with a strong focus on reviving ancient temples and heritage sites across districts.