Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Dec 10: In order to restore the glory of Ramtalai Mandir and Dewan Mandir and also enhance facilities within the complexes to attract tourists, Minister of State for Education, Technical Education, Culture, Tourism, Department of Horticulture, Floriculture and Parks, Priya Sethi joined by Chairman Shri Sanatan Dharam Natak Samaj (SDNS), Dewan Mandir and State BJP vice president, Yudhvir Sethi started development projects today.
BJP Jammu district President Baldev Singh Billawria and BJP district general secretary, Vinay Gupta were also present on the occasion.
While declaring development projects at historic Radha Krishan Temple, Ramtalai at Jullaka Mohalla and at Dewan Mandir, Priya Sethi said that culturally and historically rich Jammu houses several such sites that once developed could attract tourists from all over the globe. Built during the tenure of erstwhile Dogra Rajas in 18th century, these temples she said are iconic and need preservation.
Both Priya Sethi and Yudhvir Sethi disclosed that on the demand of local population waterproofing will be done at Ramtalai Temple after which landscaping followed by construction of view points, toilet block, store room, pantry and lighting work for illumination will be carried out in phased manner. To increase footfall of tourists and local population in this historic Temple located on hillock near river Tawi tiled path will also be constructed.
Priya Sethi said that completely damaged ancient Deodi (entrance) of this temple will also be constructed to its glory. She also directed agencies to construct a canopy on the pond so that dry leaves don’t fall in it and aesthetics of the temple is also maintained. The landscape will include sitting benches, park, path, view points and plantation, she added.
At Dewan Mandir, Yudhvir Sethi said that raising of platform which is going to be taken up on priority will ensure proper outflow of water. Simultaneously entire drainage system will also be upgraded so that rain water and other household waste gets proper exit thereby leaving temple premises clean and beautiful.
Earlier a park has been developed and auditorium upgraded for the convenience of people.
He said multiple temples situated in the lanes and by lanes of Old Jammu City contribute to our history. BJP, he said is committed to take everyone along and make them equal partner in development of Jammu and Kashmir State.
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