- Ujjain hosts spiritual tourism conclave
- CM Mohan Yadav launches global dialogue
- From Jyotirlingas to AI in tourism
- Heritage meets modern innovation
Ujjain is emerging as a global platform for blending tradition with innovation as the city hosts the Spiritual Tourism Conclave 2025. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Union Tourism Minister jointly flagged off the event, which brings together religious leaders, tourism stakeholders, and innovators to explore the journey of spiritual centers—from ancient Jyotirlingas to modern technologies like Artificial Intelligence. The conclave aims to position Ujjain not only as a spiritual hub but also as a driving force in heritage-linked global tourism.
Spiritual Heritage on the Global Stage
The conclave is taking place in Ujjain, home to the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, one of India’s most revered pilgrimage sites. Spiritual leaders, saints, and representatives of cultural organizations shared perspectives on preserving ancient traditions while upgrading tourism infrastructure. According to media reports, the gathering highlighted how Ujjain’s spiritual identity resonates beyond India, attracting millions of pilgrims each year.
Dialogue on Tourism and Innovation
The central theme of the conclave revolves around connecting cultural heritage with modern tools of growth. As per several media sources, discussions covered heritage conservation, sustainable tourism models, digital tourism platforms, and AI-driven visitor experiences, with participants emphasizing the need to ensure that spirituality and technology coexist harmoniously.
Boosting Global Tourism Links
CM Mohan Yadav stressed that Madhya Pradesh is keen to promote religious tourism at a global scale, positioning Ujjain as a cultural gateway. Union officials pointed out India’s rising global interest as a destination for spiritual wellness, yoga, meditation, and temple heritage tourism. New policy incentives were discussed to attract international investments in spiritual tourism circuits.
From Tradition to Technology
Sessions also focused on the use of AI-powered interpretation centers, digital pilgrim management systems, and smart connectivity to enhance visitor experience at sites like Jyotirlingas. These innovations are designed to manage crowd surges, provide immersive cultural storytelling, and strengthen safety measures for millions of devotees.
The Ujjain Spiritual Tourism Conclave represents a unique blend of India’s timeless traditions with future-forward initiatives, setting the direction for how cultural heritage can grow into a global tourism driver with modern innovation.
If implemented effectively, such initiatives could transform Ujjain into a global model for sustainable spiritual tourism, inspiring similar approaches across India and beyond.
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