Former Karnataka Dy CM Announces Pilgrimage Tour to Ayodhya, Kashi

By A Staff Reporter

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh — During a recent visit to the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, former Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister KS Eshwarappa announced a unique pilgrimage initiative involving 1,500 devotees from Shivamogga, Karnataka. This special journey is set to commence on November 25, aiming to deepen cultural and religious ties between regions through spiritual tourism.

Eshwarappa shared that the journey will kick off with a special train departing from Shivamogga, which will transport the devotees to Ayodhya. “I have come here from Karnataka to see the preparations,” he said. “On November 25, a special train will reach here from Karnataka’s Shivamogga with 1,500 devotees.” Following a day at the sacred Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, the pilgrims will depart for Kashi, where they will stay for two days before returning to Shivamogga, completing a week-long tour across some of India’s most revered sites.

Eshwarappa highlighted that the visit is part of an effort to bring Karnataka’s devotees closer to Ayodhya’s cultural and spiritual heritage, reinforcing bonds of faith across state borders. The trip will not only allow devotees to pay homage to Lord Ram in Ayodhya but also provide an opportunity to immerse in the spiritual ambiance of Kashi.

This initiative aligns with a broader movement across various states to promote religious tourism, offering citizens the chance to explore spiritual landmarks while supporting local economies in sacred cities. The pilgrimage, organized with attention to logistics and accommodations, demonstrates how religious journeys can strengthen community ties and preserve India’s rich cultural and spiritual heritage.

This pilgrimage from Karnataka marks one of the larger group efforts to visit Ayodhya, underscoring the city's significance as a major religious destination and a symbol of national unity. Eshwarappa’s announcement has drawn attention, with many seeing it as a way to facilitate interstate cultural exchange and spiritual growth.