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MP-UP Sign Temple Tourism Pact & ODOP Deal in Varanasi Cooperation Summit

The governments of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh have signed two key agreements during a cooperation conference in Varanasi. One memorandum of understanding is between the trusts of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi and the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain. The other agreement focuses on promoting cooperation for One District-One Product (ODOP) items between the two states. Officials stated the pacts aim to develop a seamless shared religious tourism circuit, leveraging the spiritual significance of both cities.

Key Points: MP & UP Sign Temple Trust MoU, Boost Religious Tourism

  • Kashi & Mahakaleshwar temple trusts sign MoU
  • MP-UP cooperation on ODOP products
  • Aim to develop shared religious tourism circuit
  • Boost for spiritual tourism and pilgrimage experience
  • Part of broader interstate business and cultural summit
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MoU between Kashi Vishwanath and Mahakaleshwar trusts during 'MP-UP Cooperation Conference' in Varanasi

Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh sign agreements between Kashi & Mahakaleshwar temple trusts and on ODOP products to develop a shared religious tourism circuit.

"Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh are jointly developing a shared religious tourism circuit - Chief Minister Mohan Yadav"

Varanasi/Bhopal, March 31 In a significant step for promoting cultural and religious tourism between two Bharatiya Janata Party-ruling neighbouring states -- Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh governments have signed two crucial agreements during a business summit held in Varanasi on Tuesday.

One agreement was signed between Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust (in Varanasi) and Mahakaleshwar Temple Trust (in Ujjain) and the another between Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh to promote cooperation in the field of One District-One Product (ODOP) products, according to an official statement.

The development came during the 'Madhya Pradesh-Uttar Pradesh Cooperation Conference' held in Varanasi in the presence of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and several Cabinet Ministers from the Uttar Pradesh government.

Addressing the conference, Chief Minister Yadav said that just as Varanasi holds great religious and cultural significance, Ujjain too has a special spiritual importance.

He added that both the states share geographical, cultural, spiritual and historical ties.

Chief Minister Yadav said that recognising immense potential scope for religious tourism in both cities (Ujjain and Kashi), Prime Minister Narendra Modi has initiated major development works.

Addressing the programme, the Chief Minister added that both states are ushering in a new era of spiritual and religious tourism.

"Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh are jointly developing a shared religious tourism circuit, which will accelerate tourism and provide devotees with a seamless and enriching pilgrimage experience," he said.

The 'Sammelan' (conference) was organised to provide a common platform for the industrial strengths, traditional crafts, ODOP and GI-tagged products, agricultural and food products, investment opportunities and tourism potential of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.

On this occasion, Uttar Pradesh Industrial Development and Investment Promotion Minister Nand Gopal Gupta expressed that the 'Sahyog Sammelan' (Cooperation Conference) was a clear example of deep understanding between these two neighbouring states.

He also noted that Baghelkhand, Gwalior-Chambal, and Bundelkhand regions of Madhya Pradesh share close ties with Uttar Pradesh.

- IANS

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Priya S
Good step for tourism, but I hope the focus is also on preserving the ancient heritage and sanctity of these temples. Sometimes too much commercialization can spoil the spiritual atmosphere. The trusts must be careful.
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Rohit P
Finally! My family is from MP and my wife's from UP. We travel to both temples often. A shared circuit with better facilities and connectivity will be a blessing. Hope they improve transport links between Ujjain and Varanasi.
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Sarah B
As someone interested in Indian culture, this sounds wonderful. Promoting the ODOP products alongside religious tourism is smart. It gives visitors a complete cultural experience - spirituality, crafts, and local cuisine.
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Vikram M
The historical and cultural ties between these regions are deep. Bundelkhand, Baghelkhand... this cooperation should have happened long ago. Better late than never. This is true 'sahyog' for development.
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Nikhil C
Hope the benefits reach the local artisans and small businesses. Often in these summits, big contracts go to outsiders. The ODOP focus is promising, but execution is key. 🤞

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