At a time when India is all set to welcome Lord Ram to his new holy abode, Indian startups have left no stone unturned to transform the god’s own city, Ayodhya, into a hi-tech spiritual centre and a tech-first tourist hub.
For the uninitiated, the UP government has set its eyes on the all-round transformation of the city. The government anticipates a tenfold increase in Ayodhya tourism by 2024 following the completion of the Ram temple’s construction and development work.
To accommodate this anticipated influx of pilgrims, the city today needs hassle-free transportation and navigation services, tech-driven security and law enforcement measures, and a sharp focus on sustainable practices, among other things.
This is exactly where new-age Indian startups, along with other tech companies, come into the picture. While the likes ETO Motors and GreenCell Mobility will provide carbon emissions-free travel options to pilgrims, startups like Staqu Technologies will provide their technology to keep a check on the law and order situation in the ancient city of Ayodhya.
While this is just the tip of the iceberg, let’s delve deeper into understanding how the city situated on the banks of the river Saryu is getting a complete makeover, led by India’s cavalry of startups.
Startups Come Together To Address Green Mobility Needs
The tourist influx is sure to bring in more than desirable air pollution, primarily driven by the number of vehicles that will ply on the city roads.
To counter this situation, the government is focussing on promoting the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the city. On January 14, chief minister Yogi Adityanath flagged off 100 ebuses for tourists in the city.
The state government has also awarded a contract to Hyderabad-based energy startup ETO Motors to........