Varanasi attracted a record 7.26 crore tourists in 2025, according to the Uttar Pradesh government. The state attributes this surge to infrastructure improvements, including the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor, beautification of Ganga ghats and temples, and enhanced tourist facilities. The figure includes devotees who visited during the Prayagraj Mahakumbh and major festivals like Mahashivratri and Sawan.