Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Friday announced a package of Rs 500 crore to develop Puri as a World Heritage city.
Bhubaneswar: The package focused on a range of modernization plans that include infra development, multi-lane road, bridges, multi-level parking, amenities, the revival of Musa river, rehabilitation of the affected people in the security zone, renovation of lakes and Mathas.
In a bid to transform Puri into a ‘world heritage city’, CM @Naveen_Odisha announced a major infra development package of ₹500Cr with emphasis on revival of water bodies, connectivity and tourist facilities #PuriWorldHeritageCity pic.twitter.com/0msM2O8JuN
— CMO Odisha (@CMO_Odisha) August 23, 2019
The Chief Minister had recently announced various projects worth Rs 265 crore under the Augmentation of Basic Amenities and Development of Heritage and Architecture (ABADHA) scheme for the development of Puri.
Under #ABADHA program, ₹256Cr already allotted for infra development in Puri. Other initiatives include construction of state’s first trumpet bridge in the town and development of Atharnala. #PuriWorldHeritageCity pic.twitter.com/tJLhXUWS57
— CMO Odisha (@CMO_Odisha) August 23, 2019
He said that infrastructure development of Puri is crucial to make it an attractive World Heritage city.
Considering the present security environment, it is highly essential to strengthen the security features of the Jagannath Temple. There can be no compromise on the security of the Puri temple, he added.
Along with provisions for reinforcing security around Sri Jagannath Temple, CM @Naveen_Odisha announced rehabilitation support for shops & estblishments and reconstruction support for Mathas inside the Security Zone #PuriWorldHeritageCity
— CMO Odisha (@CMO_Odisha) August 23, 2019
The Chief Minister appealed to the people of Puri city to consider Puri temple security as a service and cooperate in the initiatives of the government.
CM @Naveen_Odisha sought cooperation of all for successful and effective implementation of the programs and urged them to be a part of this historic development process in the heritage city. #PuriWorldHeritageCity
— CMO Odisha (@CMO_Odisha) August 23, 2019
As per the announcement, new link road connectivity from Puri bypass from Malatipatpur to Jagganath Ballav Matha will be built at a cost of Rs 190 crore. This 1.5 km iconic link will be connected by a Trumpet Bridge (Shree Setu Project).
Development of various urban facilities for tourists also in focus with the initiative to build multi-lane roads and develop large parking facilities. This will be instrumental in decongesting traffic in the town, adding to the convenience of tourists. #PuriWorldHeritageCity pic.twitter.com/lmpjJUojZu
— CMO Odisha (@CMO_Odisha) August 23, 2019
The Jagganath Ballav Matha will be developed as an attractive pilgrim center with multi-level car parking, amenities, commercial and meditation space and multi-modal hub at a cost of Rs 180 crore.
Musa river will be revived and connected to Mangala river at a cost of Rs 85 crore. Besides, Atharnala will be developed as an iconic pedestrian heritage bridge with the support of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
With special focus on rejuvenation of water bodies, Musa river & its confluence with Mangala river will be revived while a sacred pond will be constructed on 28 acres land and other sacred ponds will be renovated #PuriWorldHeritageCity pic.twitter.com/ShkqQ2sveM
— CMO Odisha (@CMO_Odisha) August 23, 2019
The government has also planned to develop a lake on 28 acres of land at a cost of Rs 35 crore.
The Mathas coming under security zone will be redefined while the Chief Minister has stressed on the conservation of ancient artifacts of the Mathas.
The shops and houses coming under security zone will also be shifted. In addition to the rehabilitation package, the government will provide house and shop to the affected as the case may be.
Many heritage lakes of Puri such as Sweta Ganga, Markanda, Narendra and Indradyumna will be renovated and heritage sites will be preserved.
The Chief Minister has directed to complete all these projects in two years.
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