6 days ago
Govt to restore ancient Shiva temples across state
THE STATE government is working on a plan to restore Shiva temples across Uttar Pradesh to boost local tourism. Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department, Uttar Pradesh Projects Corporation limited and Uttar Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation Ltd have collaborated to undertake restoration projects across the state, which includes not just the restoration of Shiva temples but the amenities and other sites adjoining these places as well.
Officials informed that 188 ancient temples were identified and rejuvenated in the past eight years and now the focus is on to identify and renovate Shiva temples across the state aiming to boost religious tourism.
The old temples and their premises that have been identified for infrastructure upgrades include Shiv Mandir in Bhatta Ki Pipri (Mevalikhurd), Fatehabad (Agra) and Chakleshwar Mahadev and Samaur Baba temples in Firozabad, which are being rennovated through UP Projects Corporation Limited.
Whereas, UP State Tourism Development Corporation has been given the responsibility to enhance facilities at Bhuleshwar, Khajni Mahadev, and Jharkhandi Mahadev temples in Gorakhpur, and Tirre Manorama Temple in Gonda. The government is also working on the beautification of Ghanta Ghar in Mainpuri.
