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1 September 2026

U.P. government's cultural ambassador campaign

The initiative serves as a contemporary example of innovative e-governance and participatory policy implementation in the tourism sector, useful as a case study for digital outreach strategies.

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Notes

  • The Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department has launched the 'Visit My State Uttar Pradesh' campaign.
  • The initiative aims to appoint Gen Z content creators as 'cultural ambassadors' for their respective cities.
  • Participants are required to create 60-second reels showcasing local heritage, culture, food, traditions, and unique experiences.
  • The campaign leverages the influence of short-form video content and creator-led recommendations to promote tourism.
  • The objective is to make tourism promotion more participatory and highlight local destination stories from regions like Braj, Bundelkhand, Purvanchal, and the Terai.
  • The initiative reflects a strategic shift in government outreach, aligning with the digital consumption habits of younger demographics.

Questions

  1. How can the integration of digital content creators into state-led tourism promotion strategies enhance local economic development and cultural preservation? Discuss with reference to the participatory governance model. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. The 'Visit My State Uttar Pradesh' campaign primarily aims to promote tourism by:

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