Archive · 2 Jan 2026
Ellora-Grishneshwar Revamp Focuses On Devotees, Locals, Sustainability
The government is making plans to improve the Ellora and Grishneshwar pilgrimage sites.
They want to make sure that the places are better for people who visit to pray and for the local people who live nearby.
They also want to use solar energy to make the places more environmentally friendly.
The officials who are in charge visited the sites and gave instructions to make sure the plans are followed.
They want to create spaces where local artists can sell their things and where people can learn about the local food and culture.
They also want to make sure there is enough parking for school trips.
Everyone involved is working together to make these improvements happen quickly and correctly.
A pilgrimage development plan for Ellora-Grishneshwar has been prepared to focus on devotees, locals, and sustainability.
B. Venu Gopal Reddy, Additional Chief Secretary, inspected the sites and directed the administration to complete the works within the prescribed time frame.
Facilities developed should prioritise local residents, including dedicated spaces for local artisans and exhibitions showcasing local cuisine and culture.
Maximum use of solar energy should be made while creating infrastructure, and parking facilities should accommodate school trips.
Officials from various departments, including the Archaeological Survey of India and the Public Works Department, were present during the inspection and review meeting.
- Who
- B. Venu Gopal Reddy (Additional Chief Secretary) and other officials
- What
- Pilgrimage development plan for Ellora-Grishneshwar
- When
- Inspection and directives issued on Thursday
- Where
- Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, India
- Why
- To improve facilities for devotees, locals, and promote sustainability
- Location
- Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, India
- Pilgrimage Sites
- Ellora and Grishneshwar
- Key Official
- B. Venu Gopal Reddy (Additional Chief Secretary)
- Focus Areas
- Devotees, Local Residents, Sustainability
- Sustainability Measure
- Maximum use of solar energy
- Local Involvement
- Dedicated spaces for local artisans, exhibitions of local cuisine and culture
- Infrastructure Considerations
- Parking facilities for school trips