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India.com
04-06-2025
- General
- India.com
Top 5 Unexplored Caves And Geological Wonders Near Pune City
Pune is well connected by many important historical places and natural wonders. Bhuleshwar Caves is one of the most underrated caves to visit which is 50 kilometers from the vicinity of Pune. 1. Bhuleshwar Caves Bhuleshwar caves and temples are located on secure land at the foothill of the Sahyadri mountain ranges approximately 50 kilometers from Pune. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is encased in several rock cut caves fashioned during the 8th century. The exquisite intricacy of carvings included into the temple's cuts gives it a classic architectural style that leaves people in awe of its beauty. The temple of Bhuleshwar is a part of a treasure trove of Brahmanical temples, but its prominence makes it one of the best to see. You can find steep sculptures deriding Lord Shiva in the form of Dravidian Architecture along with his consort Parvati in the complex. 2. Shivneri Caves Many people visit Shivneri Fort as it is known to be the birthplace of the great warrior King Chhatrapati Shivaji, but some are not aware of the interesting Shivneri Caves that lie within the fort. These caves were built during the 1st century and assumed to have been used by monks for meditation practices, which makes them very fascinating. 3. Lenyadri Caves Around 90 km from Pune are the Lenyadri Caves, part of a group of 30 rock-cut Buddhist caves. These caves stand out from the others since one of the caves is a temple built for Lord Ganesha which makes it one of the sites for Ashtavinayak. The location of the caves on the top of a hill makes them sprightly pleasing after the 300 steps climb along with a view that is very beautiful. 4. Karla Caves Boyed up is well known as a Lonavala hot springs location where you can spend time enjoying nature and stunning views. The area's rich history and ancient Buddhist structures makes it an attraction for people around the world. The Chaitya Hall was considered to be one of the most impressive architectural feats of the time with skillful carvings and walls that told stories of Buddhist myths. The 2nd century BCE hall now forms part of chaitya complex and is a grand sight to behold. 5. Pandav Caves, Junnar Approximately 95 kilometers away from Pune in Junnar lies the smashed cut Pandav Caves. The site is also called a head quarter cave because it is a collection of over 200 ancient smash cut caves. The first 11 caves are believed to have been used as reading and studying sections for Buddhist monks during solitary periods. This site isn't very well known so Junnar will be a delight for the peaceful ones in nature. Final Thoughts If you would like to adventure into something far from the traditional sightseeing locations, the caves and other geological formations in and around Pune are rich in history and adventure and are incredibly beautiful. These places not only showcase remnants of ancient cultures but also provide a peaceful environment for nature-loving travelers to appreciate.
Time of India
29-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Maharashtra govt clears Rs 3,000 crore plan for temple, memorial renovation amid cash crunch
Despite being cash-strapped, the Maharashtra government has given the green light to projects worth Rs 2,954 crore aimed at the preservation and renovation of memorials and temples across the state, The Times of India (TOI) reported on Wednesday. Among the major approvals is a Rs 681.3-crore development plan for the preservation of the memorial of 18th-century warrior queen Ahilyadevi Holkar at her birthplace in Chaundi village, Ahilyanagar. The project was first announced during a cabinet meeting held in Ahilyanagar on May 6 and comes ahead of Holkar's 300th birth anniversary. The renovation work is expected to be completed over the next three years, TOI said. At the same cabinet meeting, the government cleared development plans worth ₹5,503 crore for seven major pilgrimage centres in the state. These include: Rs 147.8 crore for the Ashtavinayak temples Rs 1,865 crore for the Tuljabhavani temple at Tuljapur Rs 259.6 crore for the Jyotiba temple at Kolhapur Rs 275 crore for the Trimbakeshwar temple Rs 1,445 crore for the Mahalaxmi Mandir Rs 829 crore for the Mahurgad development plan Administrative approval was granted on Wednesday for four of the seven projects. These include the Rs 147.8 crore Ashtavinayak temples development plan, where Rs 100 crore will go towards temple renovations, and Rs 47.4 crore is earmarked for electrification, lighting, and architectural consultancy. Live Events Besides the renovation of the temples, the development plan is also aimed at boosting the civic facilities available to devotees. The Ashtavinayak temples remain a key tourist attraction in Maharashtra, drawing thousands of pilgrims annually. On the same day, the state issued a government resolution approving the Rs 1,865 crore development plan for the Tuljabhavani temple. The state has directed that the original architectural style of the historic structure be preserved. Additionally, a resolution was issued approving the Rs 259.6 crore development plan for the Jyotiba temple in Kolhapur, which includes conservation and renovation of the temple and surrounding lakes. The project is scheduled to be completed by March 31, 2027. (With TOI inputs)
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Cash-strapped Maharashtra government OKs Rs 3,000 crore for temples, memorials
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis, his deputies Shinde and Pawar, and others at the Ahilyadevi Holkar memorial in Chondi earlier this month MUMBAI: The cash-strapped Maharashtra government granted approval for plans worth Rs 2,954 crore for preservation and renovation of memorials and temples in the state on Wednesday. This includes clearance for a development plan worth Rs 681.3 crore for the preservation of the memorial to the 18th-century warrior queen Ahilyadevi Holkar at her birthplace in Chaundi village in Ahilyanagar. The project was announced at a cabinet meeting held at Ahilyanagar on May 6 and comes ahead of the ruler's 300th birth anniversary. The work is to be completed over the next three years. At the same cabinet meeting, development plans worth Rs 5,503 crore were cleared for seven major pilgrimage centres in the state. This included Rs 147.8 crore for Ashtavinayak temples, Rs 1,865 crore for the Tuljabhavani temple plan, Rs 259.6 crore for the Jyotiba temple plan, Rs 275 crore for the Trimbakeshwar temple plan, Rs 1,445 crore for the Mahalaxmi Mandir plan, and Rs 829 crore for the Mahurgad development plan. On Wednesday, the government gave administrative approval to four of the seven projects. This includes theRs 147.8 crore Ashtavinayak temples development plan, in which an expenditure of Rs 100 crore will be undertaken on the temples and an expense of Rs 47.4 crore has been approved for electrification, lighting, and architectural consultancy. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Besides the renovation of the temples, the development plan is also aimed at boosting the civic facilities available to devotees. The Ashtavinayak temples are a key tourist attraction in the state. The same day, a govt resolution was issued approving the expense of Rs 1,865 crore for the development plan of the Tuljabhavani temple at Tuljapur. Devotees come throughout the year to pray at the temple, especially during the Navratri festival. The state has issued instructions to preserve the original style of the historical structures in the temple. The state also issued a govt resolution approving the development plan for Jyotiba temple at Kolhapur worth Rs 259.6 crore. This includes plans for the conservation and renovation of the temple as well as surrounding lakes. The project is supposed to be completed by March 31, 2027.
Hindustan Times
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
State to spend ₹4,820 cr to develop religious sites
MUMBAI: The state government will spend ₹ 4,820 crore on the restoration, conservation and development of major religious sites across Maharashtra. The decision was taken at a meeting of the council of ministers in Ahilyanagar on Tuesday. The state will also set up a body to oversee the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela to be held in 2027. It will be set up on the lines of the Prayagraj Authority of the Uttar Pradesh government. Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Nashik Religious sites that will get a makeover include the Shri Tuljabhavani Temple in Dharashiv, for which the state government has approved ₹ 1,865 crore. Tuljabhavani was the reigning deity of the Maratha empire. The Mahalaxmi Temple in Kolhapur will be restored at a cost of ₹ 1,445 crore. Mahurgad, a religious site in Nanded district with three mountains in Mahur (the Renuka Mahar Devi Mata Temple is one of the three temples at the site), will be developed at a cost of ₹ 829 crore, while the Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Nashik, and the Shree Jyotiba Devasthan in Kolhapur, have been allotted ₹ 275 crore and ₹ 259 crore, respectively. The government has also earmarked ₹ 147 crore for the development of seven Ashtavinayak Temples in Maharashtra: Mayureshwar Temple (Morgaon), Siddhivinayak Temple (Siddhatek), Ballaleshwar Temple (Pali), Varad Vinayak Temple (Mahad), Chintamani Temple (Theur), Vighneshwar Ozar Temple (Ozar) and Mahaganapati Temple (Ranjangaon). The Girijatmaj Lenyadri Temple, the eighth Ashtavinayak temple in the state, is not in the list. The decision to spend ₹ 4,820 crore on religious sites comes at the time when the state government is struggling with a financial crunch. On establishing an authority for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela at Nashik in 2027, Fadnavis said, 'A draft ordinance has been approved to establish the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority. The 12-yearly spiritual event is expected to attract millions of devotees. Their participation is expected to be four to give times higher than the 2015 turnout of 2.5 crore.'
