LUCKNOW, May 12 -- After transforming major pilgrimage centres such as Ayodhya, Kashi, Prayagraj and Mathura, the Uttar Pradesh government is now turning its attention to other emerging spiritual destinations, with Bareilly set to become the focal point of a new Nath pilgrimage circuit under a Rs.60-crore tourism expansion plan.

The state government has accelerated redevelopment and infrastructure work across several ancient temples associated with the Nath tradition and Lord Shiva, marking what officials describe as the next phase of Uttar Pradesh's religious tourism strategy.

Vedpati Mishra, director general, tourism and culture, UP, said: "After the large-scale transformation of Ayodhya, Kashi and Mathura, Uttar Pradesh is now focusi...