Jageshwar Temple in Almora district, known for its ancient architecture, was included in the PRASAD (Pilgrimage Rejuvenation And Spiritual Augmentation Drive) scheme to enhance tourism and religious infrastructure.

The Tanakpur–Almora Highway project was inaugurated to significantly reduce travel time between Kumaon and Garhwal, promoting tourism and economic activity in remote hill areas.

HNBGU, based in Srinagar (Garhwal), launched India’s first dedicated Himalayan Climate Research Institute to study climate change, glacial retreat, and ecological degradation in the Himalayan region, supported by the Ministry of Environment.

Project Akash Ganga focuses on rejuvenating dried-up rivers and streams using decentralized rainwater harvesting systems. It's part of the broader water conservation strategy to tackle glacier retreat and seasonal water shortages.

The Devdarshan RFID System was introduced to manage the large pilgrim influx during Char Dham Yatra. Pilgrims wear RFID-enabled cards for tracking, crowd control, and emergency response across the four shrines — Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri.

The Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit 2025 was held in Dehradun to attract investment in green energy, tourism, and infrastructure. It featured participation from international investors and highlighted the state's potential in eco-tourism and hydropower.

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) partnered with the Uttarakhand Forest Department to provide drone technology and AI-based surveillance to tackle increasing incidents of forest fires, especially during the dry season.

The Ganga Riverfront Development in Rishikesh received a significant boost as part of the central government's Smart Cities and Namami Gange projects. It includes beautification, ghats development, and tourism infrastructure.

The Himalayan Eco-Trail was launched to boost eco-friendly tourism by developing trekking routes, promoting local culture, and reducing environmental impact. It focuses on sustainable travel in hill districts like Chamoli, Rudraprayag, and Pithoragarh.

The Sarus Crane is the world’s tallest flying bird and is found in UP wetlands. It symbolizes marital fidelity in Indian culture. The state is making efforts for its conservation in wetlands.

The principal seat of the Allahabad High Court is in Prayagraj. A bench operates in Lucknow, the capital of UP. This setup helps in efficient case disposal for western and central UP.

Kanpur is one of India’s largest producers of leather and leather products. It houses several tanneries and leather manufacturing units. The city’s leather industry contributes significantly to exports.

Ayodhya lies on the banks of the Saryu River, a tributary of the Ghaghara. It is a major religious city for Hindus, associated with Lord Rama. Pilgrims visit its ghats and temples along the river.

This unique bridge made of tree roots is a popular eco-tourism site in Meghalaya

The Clouded Leopard is the state animal and is found in the forests of Meghalaya.

The Khasi follow a matrilineal system where property and name pass through the female line.

The Kopili River serves as a natural boundary in parts between Assam and Meghalaya

Cherrapunji is one of the wettest places on Earth

"Meghalaya" comes from Sanskrit: "Megha" (cloud) + "Alaya" (abode).

English is the official language of Meghalaya, used in government and education.

The Mizo tribe is native to Mizoram. Meghalaya is home to Khasi, Garo, and Jaintia tribes.

Meghalaya was carved out from Assam and became a full state on 21 January 1972.

Shillong is the capital and the largest city of Meghalaya, known as the "Scotland of the East".

Kaveri flows in southern India, mainly through Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Gomti, Chambal, and Betwa all flow through or touch parts of UP. Kaveri has no geographical connection with UP.

Firozabad is renowned for its glass industry, especially colorful bangles. The city has been a center for glassware for over a century. Its bangles are exported across India and abroad.

Dudhwa National Park is located in the Terai region of Lakhimpur Kheri. It is known for tigers, swamp deer, and rich biodiversity. The park is part of the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve.

Govind Ballabh Pant became the first CM of UP in 1950 after India’s Constitution came into effect. He played a key role in the reorganization of states. Later, he also served as the Union Home Minister.

Kannauj has a long history of producing traditional perfumes (attars) using natural ingredients. It continues to use centuries-old distillation techniques. Its perfumes are exported globally and valued for their purity.