Lucknow, Aug. 12 -- The holy month of Shravan this year has witnessed an unprecedented surge of faith and festivities across Uttar Pradesh, shattering all previous records in religious tourism.
Temples, ghats, and religious fairs saw extraordinary pilgrim turnout, strengthening the state's position as India's leading spiritual destination. This grand confluence of devotion also brought a remarkable boost to local trade and the economy.
From the state capital to the ancient temples of Varanasi, chants of "Har Har Mahadev" echoed across the state. Pilgrims performed jalabhishek at the city's iconic temples, while sacred sites in Barabanki, Bagpat, and Hapur overflowed with worshippers.
At Lucknow's famed Mankameshwar Temple, daily pilgrim...