Lucknow, July 5 -- In a bid to preserve and promote Uttar Pradesh's rich religious and cultural heritage, the Yogi Adityanath-led government has rolled out an ambitious plan for large-scale renovation and tourism development of temples across the state.

Officials here today said the initiative includes the rejuvenation of the ancient ashrams of sages Bhrigu and Durvasa, along with the redevelopment of a prominent Jain temple. With a special focus on eastern Uttar Pradesh, the Tourism Department has prepared a detailed roadmap to transform these sacred sites into vibrant centres of heritage tourism.

The plan includes beautification of the Chitragupt Temple at Bhrigu Ashram in Ballia, development of the Hanuman Temple complex at Tendua Pat...