Temple Makeover: Crore-Rupee Plans Boost Devotee Experience in Himachal
Himachal Pradesh’s Public Works Department is undertaking significant improvements at the revered Tara Devi and Sankat Mochan temples. The initiative prioritizes enhanced facilities for devotees visiting these important religious sites.
Funding for the development projects is reportedly flowing smoothly, ensuring timely completion. This proactive approach aims to cater to the increasing number of pilgrims.
Sankat Mochan Temple, generating an annual income of Rs 1 crore, is implementing a new, interview-based system for priest selection. This move aims to ensure a higher standard of religious service.
Further improvements planned for Sankat Mochan include a substantial expansion of the existing parking facilities to alleviate congestion. A new wrestling arena, budgeted at Rs 50 lakh, is also in the pipeline.
These developments highlight the state government’s commitment to religious tourism and infrastructural upgrades, promising a more comfortable and enriching experience for devotees visiting these significant spiritual hubs in Himachal Pradesh. The improved infrastructure is expected to boost religious tourism, impacting local economies significantly.
