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UP's historic sites to spur employment, economic growth: Minister

Lucknow, Apr 17 (UNI) In a move to preserve and promote its rich heritage, the Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department has initiated the adaptive reuse of 11 heritage properties across the state for which a tender has been issued to invite private partners for the ambitious investment initiative.
UP's Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh said the goal is not only to conserve forts, palaces and mansions, but also to use them as platforms to promote local culture, cuisine and crafts. "As part of the plan, one village near each heritage property will be adopted for holistic development," he said.
He said the initiative is expected to create new job opportunities for residents and strengthen the state's economy. "It will also help elevate UP's cultural and artisanal identity on a global platform. The department aims to give a new direction to tourism in the state through this public-private partnership model," he said.
The Minister said the government is actively working to integrate tourism with the state's historical sites.
"Several forts, palaces and mansions are being revitalised under the 'Heritage with Development' mission to make them both attractive and functional. These restored sites will be repurposed into heritage hotels, public museums and convention centres under the PPP model, making them relevant and useful in today's context while retaining their historic value," he said.
He said that among the 11 properties for which tenders have been released are significant sites such as the Tehroli Fort in Jhansi, a landmark of the 1857 uprising, the Mastani Mahal and Senapati Mahal in Mahoba, known for their historical and architectural value and the Balabehat Fort in Lalitpur, noted for its strategic location and design.
Singh said that the other heritage properties include Rangarh Fort in Banda, Wazirganj Baradari in Gonda, and iconic Lucknow sites like the Alam Bagh Palace, Gulistan-e-Iram and Darshan Vilas, renowned for their gardens and architectural finesse.
He said in earlier phases, the department has already partnered with private players such as Neemrana Hotels Private Limited, Golden Triangle Fort and Palace Private Limited and Redwood Holdings and Realty Services Private Limited through concession agreements. UNI AB SSP
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