The funds have been approved under the Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual, Heritage Augmentation Drive scheme of the Ministry of Tourism
Centre sanctions ₹44.91 crore for facelift of Maa Kichakeswari Temple: The Centre has sanctioned ₹44.91 crore for the development of the Maa Kichakeswari Temple complex at Khiching in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district. The project aims to strengthen pilgrimage tourism in the region by developing modern tourism infrastructure and improving facilities for pilgrims and visitors at the historic temple complex.
Union Minister of Culture and Tourism announced the decision on his X handle stating ‘ A new milestone in strengthening pilgrimage tourism in Odisha. Under the PRASHAD Scheme of the @tourismgoi, ₹44.91 crore has been sanctioned for the Development of the Maa Kichakeswari Temple Complex at Khiching, Mayurbhanj, Odisha. Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji, we are committed to developing world class facilities at our sacred destinations while preserving India’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage.’
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The funds have been approved under the Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual, Heritage Augmentation Drive (PRASHAD) scheme of the Ministry of Tourism. The development work is expected to include better tourist amenities and other infrastructure aimed at providing a more convenient experience for devotees and tourists visiting Khiching.
The initiative is part of the Centre’s efforts to develop important religious and cultural destinations while preserving India’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage.
