Finance
The master plans for the development of three Shakti Peeths in Odisha were approved today by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik.
According to an official press release issued by the Chief Minister’s office, the 5T initiative will fund the construction of Maa Mangala temple in Kakatpur, Maa Ugratara temple in Bhusandpur, and Maa Bhagabati temple in Banapur.
The projects will be carried out by the Odisha Bridge and Construction Corporation (OBCC).
According to the master plan, the entire floor area of the Kakatpur temple premises will be covered in Khondalite stones, the kitchen will be upgraded, and a water drainage system will be installed.
In addition, a Sevayat Bhavan for the stay of the servants, kiosks for tonsuring the devotees, and toilet facilities will be built.
Landscape, plantation, and lighting facilities will be provided around the temple to make it more appealing.
According to the release, the OBCC has been directed to complete all works within 12 months.
The master plan also includes changes to the 9th century Maa Bhagabati temple in Banpur. The main focus of the master plan will be devotee facilities for ‘parikrama’ of the temple, multipurpose hall, and development of roads and river banks.
The OBCC has been given a deadline of 24 months to complete the project.
It is planned to build an arrival plaza, parking, and devotee facilities at the Maa Ugratara temple, which was built in 1352 AD. In addition, landscaping, the development of a picnic spot and the renovation of the sacred pond would be undertaken by the OBCC and completed within 18 months.
Secretary to the CM (5T) VK Pandian visited these Shakti Peeths at various times and discussed the development of these shrines with the sevayats and local people.
While Chief Secretary Pradeep Kumar Jena was present, the presentation was made by Principal Secretary Works V V Yadav.
Sevayats from the three Shakti Peeths and Collectors from the respective districts participated via video conferencing.
The Shakti Peeths’ Sevayats praised the Chief Minister for the development of their shrines.
Source:OCN
