religious tourism

Bihar is set to unveil the 'Shiv Shakti' circuit, an initiative designed to invigorate religious tourism by interlinking historic Shiva and Shakti temples. The initial phase focuses on refurbishing nearly 20 sites with vital amenities such as dharamshalas and better signage. A substantial budget is allocated for major temples, enhancing comfort for pilgrims and optimizing the state’s spiritual tourism assets.

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A video from Nepal's Annapurna Conservation Area showed Indian tourists littering, prompting a local resident to confront them. The incident ignited a wider discussion on civic sense and responsible tourism, highlighting the fragility of the region's natural and cultural heritage and the need for accountability.

The transformative road initiative connecting Buxar in Bihar to Ballia in Uttar Pradesh is gaining momentum as land acquisition gets underway. Spanning 13 kilometers at a cost of Rs386 crore, this project will link the iconic Janeshwar Mishra Bridge to Bayasi village.

A viral video of Indian travellers dancing by a plane sparked a debate on travel etiquette and public nuisances. While some defended the fun, others highlighted how such actions, amplified by social media, can negatively impact national image and lead to unfair stereotyping.

Kumaragurubaran replaces Shilpa Prabhakar Satish, who has now been posted as commissioner of labour. Dr S Swarna has been redesignated as principal secretary, tourism, culture and special initiatives department.