Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government has approved an ambitious Rs 13.68 crore project to develop eco-tourism facilities around the Ranipur Tiger Reserve in Chitrakoot. This initiative aims to promote Chitrakoot as a world-class eco-tourism destination while bringing tourists closer to nature.
Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh emphasized that Chitrakoot is not just a religious site but also a region rich in natural beauty and biodiversity. The government plans to equip the reserve with modern amenities, including comfortable cottages, open public areas, meditation and yoga centers, administrative buildings, multi-purpose halls, and restaurants. Additional facilities such as cloakrooms, men’s and women’s restroom blocks, party lawns, boundary walls, entry gates, and green pathways will also be developed.
The project is expected to not only attract more tourists but also generate employment opportunities for locals, boosting economic growth in the region. The government aims to establish Chitrakoot as a leading eco-tourism hub.
