India, Feb. 12 -- With Rs 150 crore proposed for tourism infrastructure in Ayodhya and Rs 500 crore under the Chief Minister Tourism Places Development Scheme, the Uttar Pradesh Budget 2026-27, tabled on Wednesday, places strong emphasis on spiritual tourism, according to an official statement.

Finance Minister Suresh Khanna presented the Budget in the Assembly, outlining allocations aimed at strengthening pilgrimage circuits and enhancing visitor amenities across key religious destinations. Under the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple access road project, construction of the main approach road 'Ram Path' in Ayodhya is nearing completion, the statement said.

Work is also underway to upgrade the road connecting the proposed Vedic Wellness City ...