Overview

• The PPP initiative targets 11 sites, from Talbehat Fort in Lalitpur to Sitaram Mahal in Mathura, for conversion into heritage hotels, cultural centres or museums.
• Private agencies will finance, design, develop and operate the restored properties before transferring them back to the state.
• The project aims to safeguard Uttar Pradesh’s architectural legacy while offering immersive tourism experiences.
• Officials project the scheme will generate thousands of direct and indirect jobs through restoration work and increased visitor spending.
• The plan prioritises underinvested areas such as Bundelkhand and builds on Uttar Pradesh’s 2024 tourist footfall of 65 crore.