{"id":1306388,"date":"2026-02-20T18:53:26","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T13:23:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1306388"},"modified":"2026-02-20T18:53:40","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T13:23:40","slug":"11-crore-devotees-visit-ayodhya-in-6-months-businesses-witness-5x-increase-in-income","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/11-crore-devotees-visit-ayodhya-in-6-months-businesses-witness-5x-increase-in-income\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Crore Devotees Visit Ayodhya In 6 Months; Businesses Witness 5X Increase In Income"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Ayodhya\u2019s local economy has experienced a dramatic transformation following the consecration of the Ram Temple, marking what many describe as a historic shift in the city\u2019s financial landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ify-12-1-1.png\" alt=\"11 Crore Devotees Visit Ayodhya In 6 Months; Businesses Witness 5X Increase In Income\" class=\"wp-image-1306400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ify-12-1-1.png 1000w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ify-12-1-1-300x140.png 300w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ify-12-1-1-768x357.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In just the first six months after the temple\u2019s consecration, approximately 11 crore visitors traveled to Ayodhya, creating an unprecedented influx of devotees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on to find out all about this boost in the economy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ayodhya\u2019s Economic Transformation Following the Ram Temple Consecration<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During this same six-month period, local shopkeepers and traders reported that their earnings increased nearly fivefold compared to earlier levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A detailed study called \u201cThe Economic Renaissance of Ayodhya, India: A Case Study on Sri Ram Mandir,\u201d conducted by the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow (IIM-L), examined and compared Ayodhya\u2019s economic conditions before and after the temple\u2019s construction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The research found that property prices in areas surrounding the Ram Temple rose significantly after the project was completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the study, more than 150 new hotels and homestay accommodations have been <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deccanherald.com\/india\/uttar-pradesh\/with-11-crore-visitors-in-six-months-ram-temple-brings-historic-turnaround-in-ayodhyas-economy-study-3902150\">established in the city<\/a> to meet the growing demand from visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Online bookings for lodging increased sharply, registering a rise of around 400 percent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tourism-Driven Tax Revenue in Ayodhya Estimated at \u20b920,000\u2013\u20b924,000 Crore<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The report estimated that tax revenues generated from tourism-related activities could range between \u20b920,000 crore and \u20b924,000 crore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Employment opportunities have expanded rapidly, particularly in sectors such as hospitality, construction, transportation, and other service industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The study observed that Ayodhya now receives an average of about two lakh devotees every day, further strengthening the city\u2019s hospitality and allied businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking ahead, the researchers projected that over the next four to five years, nearly 1.2 lakh direct and indirect jobs could be created across hospitality, transport, tourism, and related sectors as a result of sustained growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In January 2024, Industry body CAIT estimated merchandise sales, services trade, and spending around the upcoming Ayodhya Ram Mandir inauguration could touch \u20b91 lakh crore \u2013 double its initial projection of \u20b950,000 crore.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ayodhya\u2019s local economy has experienced a dramatic transformation following the consecration of the Ram Temple, marking what many describe as a historic shift in the city\u2019s financial landscape. 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