MEERUT, April 30 -- The inauguration of the Ganga Expressway has unlocked a new tourism corridor, significantly enhancing the reach and appeal of the state's Mahabharat Circuit, Jain Circuit and the emerging Sambhal religious tourism hub.

One of the biggest beneficiaries is Hastinapur, a major pilgrimage centre for the Jain community. Improved connectivity is expected to increase footfall from Delhi-NCR and western UP.

Key attractions such as the Pandeshwar Mahadev Temple, Karan Mandir, the Ulta Khera Excavation Site and the Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary are now set to witness stronger tourist movement, combining mythology with eco-tourism.

The expressway is also set to elevate Sambhal as an emerging religious destination. With develop...