The construction of the ram temple in ayodhya has not only fulfilled the wishes of devotees but is also making a significant impact on the economy. Thousands of devotees are flocking to ayodhya to seek darshan of Lord ram, and the donations pouring into the temple have already broken records.
On the first day alone, offerings worth Rs 3.7 crore were made at the ram Temple. Dignitaries contributed a substantial amount, and common devotees also donated Rs 10 lakh. Reports suggest that this influx of visitors and donations is expected to have a positive impact on the economy of Uttar Pradesh.
According to sbi Research, the construction of the ram temple and other tourism-centric activities in ayodhya could contribute to a tax collection of Rs 25,000 crore in Uttar Pradesh in the fiscal year 2024-25. The newly developed infrastructure, including hotels, airport, railway station, township, and road connectivity, has transformed Ayodhya.
The economic transformation is expected to be driven by the increasing number of devotees visiting Ayodhya. Estimates suggest that more than one lakh devotees could visit ayodhya daily for darshan, potentially reaching three lakhs per day. If each devotee spends an average of Rs 2500 per day, Ayodhya's economy could see a significant boost of Rs 25,000 crores.
The impact of religious tourism on the economy is not unique to Ayodhya. Temples like Swami Padmabha temple in Trivandrum, Shirdi's Sai baba temple, tirupati balaji temple, and vaishno devi temple receive substantial annual donations, contributing significantly to their local economies and showcasing the economic potential of religious sites in India.
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