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News India Live, Digital Desk: When Jharkhand emerged on the map of India as a separate state 25 years ago, it was primarily known as an industrial region rich in coal, iron and other minerals. For the people, Jharkhand meant mines, factories and dense forests. But in these 25 years, rivers like Ganga and Swarnarekha have shed a lot of water and now Jharkhand is leaving behind its old identity and writing a new and wonderful story in the field of tourism.
The state which was once known only for its mineral wealth, today is attracting tourists from all over the country and the world due to its beautiful waterfalls, lush green mountains, rich tribal culture and sacred religious places.
What is so special in Jharkhand?
It seems as if nature has beautifully decorated Jharkhand. There is something special for every kind of tourist:
- Paradise for nature lovers: Known as ‘Queen of Chhotanagpur’ Netarhat Famous for its amazing views of sunrise and sunset. Whereas, of Palamu Betla National Park Provides a great opportunity to see tigers, elephants and other wild animals in their natural home. around Ranchi Dasam, Jonha and Hundru Like there are dozens of waterfalls, whose roar adds music to the ears.
- Major centers of spirituality and faith: Jharkhand is a big center not only of nature but also of faith. Biggest pilgrimage sites of Jainism Parasnath (Sammed Shikharji) This is the holy land where 20 Tirthankaras attained salvation. For Hindus, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas Baba Baidyanath Dham, Deoghar Its glory is not hidden from anyone. Every year lakhs of Kanwariyas reach here for the Shravani fair. Apart from this, Ramgarh’s Rajarappa Templewhere Maa Chhinnamastika resides, is a great center of faith for Shakti worshippers.
How is the picture changing?
The state government has also recognized this hidden tourism potential of Jharkhand. A new tourism policy has been implemented and emphasis is being laid on strengthening the infrastructure. Now not only religious tourism but also eco-tourism, adventure tourism, mining tourism and cultural tourism are being promoted here.
Its effect is also visible. Jharkhand has also recently received prestigious awards for the best religious and spiritual places in the country, which is proof that this new identity of Jharkhand is now reflected not only in words but also in honours.
This journey of 25 years has been really wonderful. Jharkhand is no longer just an industrial state, but a ‘hidden treasure of nature’, which the world is slowly discovering.