Signs MoU with Golden Triangle Fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd for the development of Roshan-ud-Daula Kothi, Chhatar Manzil, and Chunar Fort.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on Wednesday for the development of Roshan-ud-Daula Kothi and Chhatar Manzil in Lucknow and Chunar Fort in Mirzapur. The agreement was signed between the Tourism Department and Golden Triangle Fort & Palace Pvt. Ltd.
The three heritage sites will be developed into heritage hotels, inspired by Suryagarh in Jaisalmer, where Bollywood actors Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra recently tied the knot.
Jaiveer Singh, Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Culture Minister, stated that these properties have been allotted to Golden Triangle Fort and Palace under the PPP (Public-Private Partnership) model. The company’s hospitality arm, Suryagarh Collection known for managing Suryagarh in Jaisalmer, Narendra Bhawan in Bikaner, and Mary Budden Estate in Binsar, will oversee the design, development, and management of these sites. The restoration process will be guided with historical research and folklore, combined with a creative approach. The original materials used in their construction will be integrated with modern innovations to preserve their authenticity.
This initiative is expected to boost heritage tourism and destination weddings in Uttar Pradesh. The project will prioritize local employment and promote ODOP (One District, One Product) goods. Additionally, cultural traditions, local cuisine, festivals, and craftsmanship will be highlighted. Nearby villages will be adopted for development, enhancing the overall experience for tourists.
The Tourism Department aims to make these heritage sites more functional and attractive to visitors under its “Development with Heritage” mission. The state’s tourism policies under the PPP model aim to revamp heritage sites, including forts, havelis, haunted places, and mansions, making them viable tourist attractions.