Kashi Overtakes Goa, Manali as New Year's Top Destination; 8 Lakh Devotees Expected

• Kashi surpasses Goa and Manali as the preferred New Year destination, attracting young people with its spiritual and cultural blend.
• The city is completely houseful, with hotels booked and huge crowds at temples, ghats, and roads.
• An estimated 6 to 8 lakh devotees are expected to visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple on January 1st for darshan.
• PM's vision for religious tourism is realized, with a growing craze for Sanatan Dharma among youth.
• Due to heavy rush, only 'Jhankhi Darshan' is allowed at Kashi Vishwanath Temple until January 3rd, with sanctum sanctorum entry banned.

Why It Matters: Kashi emerges as the top New Year spiritual destination, drawing massive crowds and fulfilling the PM's religious tourism vision.