Yogi govt spurs Dudhwa Tiger Reserves revenue with better facilities, no fee hike

Lucknow : Under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s leadership, Uttar Pradesh has emerged as a tourism hotspot, with destinations like Dudhwa Tiger Reserve seeing a steady rise in visitors. Backed by improved law and order, infrastructure, and amenities, Dudhwa has become a top eco-tourism choice—achieving record revenue growth without any fee hike, thanks to upgraded facilities.

Between November and April of the 2024–25 tourism season alone, Dudhwa welcomed 44,070 Indian and 574 foreign tourists. Early in the season, it was announced that tourism fees would not increase this year. Instead, efforts were directed toward improving services, ranging from jungle safaris and lodging to cleanliness and overall visitor experience.

Deputy Director of Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, Dr. Ranga Raju T, stated that in line with the guidance of the Chief Minister and Forest Minister, tourist amenities are being developed with a focus on the ethos of Atithi Devo Bhava, ensuring a memorable and welcoming experience for every visitor.

Dudhwa Tiger Reserve (Income increased year after year due to the efforts of Yogi government)
Tourism season 2020-21= 20781 tourists – Income of Rs 35,07,201 (Closed in May and June due to Corona)
Tourism season 2021-22= 23188 tourists – Income of Rs 54,15,070
Tourism season 2022-23= 28,347 tourists – Income of Rs 1,45,16,127
Tourism season 2023-24

Month Tourist Income

November 3497 – 1343900
December 8550 – 2248607
January 6575 – 1786680
February 4769 – 1259412
March 7886 – 2074472
April 7097 – 1881705
May 6382 – 1795751
June 6439 – 1582509

Total- 51,195 (Indian-Foreign Tourists) Income Rs 1,39,73,036

Tourism Season 2024-25

Month Tourist Income
November 5462 2312926
December 9606 3080110
January 8237 2389243
February 5491 1872890
March 8645 2812313
April 7203 23,38,008

Total- 44,644 (Indian-Foreign Tourists), Income- 1,48,05490