On International Women’s Day, ‘Lucknow Darshan’ Bus Celebrates Women with a Journey of Joy

The UPSTDC’s ‘Lucknow Darshan’ double-decker e-bus once again moved beyond tourism.

To mark International Women’s Day, Uttar Pradesh Tourism organised a special tour for more than 60 women from diverse professions, including doctors, entrepreneurs, principals, social workers, engineers and homemakers.

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Speaking on the initiative, UP Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh said here on Sunday that, “Women have always been the strength behind our society and nation. From the courage shown by women during the 1857 revolt to their service and leadership in society today, their contributions continue to inspire generations. Through initiatives like ‘Lucknow Darshan’, we will continue creating meaningful opportunities to recognise and honour their role in shaping our future,” he said.

During the tour, the participants explored Lucknow’s prominent landmarks, including The Residency, Vidhan Sabha Bhavan, and the General Post Office (GPO). To make the journey more inspiring, the tour guide narrated the story of Uda Devi, highlighting her bravery and courageous role during the Battle of Sikandar Bagh, leaving the participants deeply connected to the city’s rich legacy.

Sharing her memorable experience from the tour, Raj Smriti, Director of a private company, who joined the journey, said, “Our days are usually filled with meetings and business responsibilities. Today’s tour gave us a chance to spend some time by ourselves. Usually, on International Women’s Day, we receive awards, but this is a truly unique way to recognise women’s empowerment and celebrate the day.”

Capturing the spirit of the journey, Shala Haque, General Secretary of the AMU Association, said, “Today I experienced Lucknow from a new height through this tour. I had always seen the Vidhan Sabha from outside, but today I got the chance to see it from inside, which was a truly unique experience for me. The guide also shared many interesting facts about the city that I was unaware of.”

The tour was organised under the Group Booking Policy in collaboration with MAX Healthcare, with their doctors and nurses accompanying the participants to ensure proper care, comfort, and well-being throughout the journey.

Highlighting the broader vision, Amrit Abhijat, Additional Chief Secretary, Tourism, Culture and Religious Affairs, said, “Lucknow Darshan reflects our commitment to responsible, inclusive and people-centric tourism. By connecting heritage with meaningful social outreach, such initiatives strengthen urban tourism while making travel experiences accessible and memorable for every section of society,” he said.