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Time of India
24-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Maharashtra tallest 151ft Lord Hanuman Idol in the making at Koradi
1 2 3 4 Nagpur: A 151-ft idol of Lord Hanuman at the revered Shri Mahalaxmi Jagdamba Temple in Koradi, a pilgrimage destination visited by lakhs each year, is set to emerge as a new spiritual and architectural marvel in the district. Once completed, it will be the tallest Hanuman idol in the state. Construction is progressing briskly, with 40% to 50% of the structure already completed. If all goes as planned, the idol is expected to be completed by September this year. The total cost of the project is estimated at ₹11.5 crore, of which ₹2.76 crore has already been utilised, according to officials from the Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority (NMRDA), which is overseeing the project. What makes the idol even more captivating is its unique placement. "The idol is being built in an artificial tank and will serve as a major tourist attraction. The visual impact is expected to be breathtaking. As the idol rises from the edge of the tank, its reflection shimmering in the water below, it promises to offer a spectacle that beautifully blends devotion with design," said a senior NMRDA official. The idea of constructing the Lord Hanuman idol was conceived by Congress MLA Nitin Raut during his tenure as the state energy minister. The work was later continued by the revenue minister and BJP MLA Chandrashekhar Bawankule. Mahagenco constructed the tank and the foundation, while a Delhi-based firm specialising in statue and idol construction is building the idol. The contract was awarded in July 2023 with an 18-month completion window. While the original deadline was set for January 2025, the timeline has since been advanced, and completion is now targeted for the end of this year. The massive idol is part of the ₹214.94 crore redevelopment project (phases 3 and 4) of the historic Koradi temple complex. Of the total funding, the government has released ₹95 crore so far, with another ₹119.94 crore awaited. NMRDA, under commissioner Sanjay Meena, has already completed phases 1 and 2 and continues to drive the current phase with sustained effort. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Brother's Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
CM gives in-principle nod to hi-tech city in NMRDA region
Nagpur: In a move that will catapult Nagpur into the league of major technology and innovation hubs like Hyderabad and Bengaluru, CM Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday gave an in-principle approval to ambitious 'New Nagpur' project — a state-of-the-art hi-tech city proposed to be developed in Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority (NMRDA) region. Fadnavis took the decision at a high-level meeting held in Mumbai, which was attended by senior administrative officials and department as a plug-and-play metropolis by NMRDA, under commissioner Sanjay Meena, this futuristic city promises to place Nagpur on the map of India's top digital economies. The proposed city is envisioned to become a major hub for startups, MSMEs, technology firms, and international service the development, a senior NMRDA official said, "We proposed the project to the CM, who gave an in-principle approval."A key highlight of the 'New Nagpur' project will be its first-of-its-kind advanced underground utility tunnel system. Operation Sindoor Operation Sindoor: Several airports in India closed - check full list Did Pak shoot down Indian jets? What MEA said India foils Pakistan's attack on Jammu airport: What we know so far The system is designed to integrate all essential civic amenities such as district cooling, automated waste management, electricity, water, gas, and telecom — delivered through a single, trenchless infrastructure. The futuristic city will be built to meet long-term needs without repeated digging and commissioner Meena said during the meeting that the project is expected to generate substantial employment opportunities in IT, finance, and services sectors. "With its integrated infrastructure, ease of doing business, and robust administrative model, 'New Nagpur' will redefine the city's economic significance," he NMRDA is currently implementing a multi-crore project in Nagpur district outside the city limits. The development of a new hi-tech city in Nagpur district is likely to be the biggest project under the development authority.
