The Ram temple and flag hoisting ceremony in Ayodhya is leading to unprecedented growth in the city’s economy, tourism, art of artisans and employment of youth. With the vision of CM Yogi, Ayodhya is emerging as a new model of development.
The name of Ayodhya has always been associated with faith, tradition and spirituality, but today this city has become not just a symbol of mythological importance but also the new capital of India’s economic and cultural transformation. The vision of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and the rapidly changing infrastructure has taken Ayodhya to a place where tradition and progress are moving together step by step. The next chapter in the story of this transformation is going to be the flag hoisting ceremony, which is not just a celebration but a new basis for the economic flight of the city.
Unexpected increase in Ayodhya’s economy due to flag hoisting festival
After the construction of Ram temple, Ayodhya has emerged as a global hub of religious tourism. On November 25, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist the saffron flag on the peak of Shri Ram Temple. This event is expected to attract lakhs of tourists from India and abroad. This is expected to lead to record growth in hotels, restaurants, tour-travel, local handicrafts, religious gifts, ODOP products and transport services. Economists estimate that there will be business worth crores of rupees in Ayodhya during this period, which will give new energy to the economy of the city.
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Opening of new heights of employment for youth
As the flow of tourists is increasing, the number of employment opportunities is also increasing at double-fourfold pace. Hotel staff, travel guides, photographers, social media managers, drivers, event workers, cultural artists, security services and local shops—new opportunities are being created in every sector.
Record boom in tourism
The Ayodhya-Varanasi-Prayagraj circuit has recorded over 361% growth in tourist footfall since 2017. Uttar Pradesh’s tourism business can reach Rs 70,000 crore in the coming years.
Big development projects that are changing the future of youth
- Ram Van Gaman Path: Rs 4,403 crore
- Greenfield Township: Rs 2,182 crore
- Population Projection: Current population: 11 La, in 2031: 24 Lakh, in 2047: 35 Lakh
These projects have started a new era of sustainable, dignified and long-term employment opportunities.
Unlimited doors of employment open for youth
Employment opportunities in Ayodhya have never been so vast before. Today thousands of youth are making their career in these fields:
- Hotel Management
- cultural event
- religious tourism
- logistics
- digital marketing
- handicraft business
- transportation services
The income of local youth has increased and permanent employment opportunities have been created.
Exodus stops, hope returns home begins
There was a time when the youth of Ayodhya were forced to go to metro cities for employment. Now the situation has changed – outside companies are setting up their branches in Ayodhya, due to which local youth are getting employment near their homes. This trend of reverse migration shows that the economic health of the city is now on a strong footing.
International recognition of local products including ODOP and jaggery
Ayodhya is now being recognized not only as a religious city but also as an export centre. Major products here under ODOP-
- woodcraft
- religious gifts
- sculpture
- rose products
- handmade items
- Jaggery (Jaggery)
Today they are in high demand in international markets. Ayodhya’s jaggery has made its mark even in foreign countries.
Work for artisans and respect for art
Lakhs of devotees visiting Ram temple have increased the income of local artisans and women’s self-help groups manifold. The art which was earlier limited only to the local market, is today being sold worldwide on platforms like Amazon and Flipkart. The artisan class, which once faced unemployment and uncertainty, is today moving on the path of economic stability and self-respect.
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