Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Majhi has reviewed major temple development projects at Lok Seva Bhawan, focusing on cultural preservation and enhanced facilities for devotees. The projects include the development of Ghatgaon Maa Tarini Temple in Keonjhar, Jajpur Maa Biraja Temple Parikrama Project, and Ekamra Kshetra in Bhubaneswar.
The Ghatgaon Maa Tarini Temple development project spans 59 acres and will be completed in four phases over 2.5 years. The project includes a 200-bed pilgrim lodge, a 300-seat interpretation centre, a 500-seat Prasad hall, food plaza, market complex, parking facilities, roads, and temple pond. The Chief Minister directed the relocation of shops to the market complex and consultation with the temple committee for the project’s implementation.
The Jajpur Maa Biraja Temple Parikrama Project involves a four-phase beautification and restoration process. The project features the development of Biraja Haat, restoration of Brahmakunda and Hati Pokhari, an interpretation centre, dharamshala, and pilgrim facilities.
In Ekamra Kshetra, Bhubaneswar, the Chief Minister emphasised the ancient Shaiva Peeth status and ordered temple upgrades in consultation with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). He also directed improvements to roads and parking solutions near Lingaraj Temple.
The meeting was attended by Works and Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan, Development Commissioner Anu Garg, Works Secretary Sanjay Singh, and senior officials from the Works and Tourism departments.
