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Religion
Suvendu Adhikari Unveils Rs 1,000‑Crore Religious Tourism Circuit for Bengal
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 07:37 PM
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West Bengal minister Suvendu Adhikari announced a Rs 1,000 crore plan to develop a dedicated religious tourism circuit across the state.
West Bengal’s senior minister Suvendu Adhikari revealed a government initiative worth Rs 1,000 crore to create a comprehensive religious tourism circuit. The scheme aims to link major pilgrimage sites across the state, improving connectivity, amenities and promotional activities for devotees.
The investment is expected to fund the development of transport links, accommodation facilities, sanitation and heritage conservation at key shrines. Officials say the project will generate employment opportunities and boost local economies, especially in rural districts that host historic temples and mosques.
While detailed project timelines were not disclosed, the government has pledged to begin groundwork within the next fiscal year. Stakeholders anticipate that the circuit will attract both domestic and international pilgrims, positioning Bengal as a prominent destination for religious tourism in India.
The investment is expected to fund the development of transport links, accommodation facilities, sanitation and heritage conservation at key shrines. Officials say the project will generate employment opportunities and boost local economies, especially in rural districts that host historic temples and mosques.
While detailed project timelines were not disclosed, the government has pledged to begin groundwork within the next fiscal year. Stakeholders anticipate that the circuit will attract both domestic and international pilgrims, positioning Bengal as a prominent destination for religious tourism in India.