Archive · 20 Sep 2026
J-K Launches Rs 14 Crore Heritage Restoration Projects
Jammu and Kashmir has started work to restore two important spiritual places in Samba district.
These places are Purmandal and Uttarbehni.
The projects together will cost about Rs 14 crore.
Workers will repair temples, pathways, lighting and other old structures.
The work will use modern conservation methods and traditional designs.
Better facilities may make it easier for pilgrims and tourists to visit.
Officials said more visitors could help local shops, hotels, transport providers and artisans.
A new Ved Pathshala is also planned at Purmandal.
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha launched Rs 14 crore projects in Samba district.
Purmandal’s heritage restoration and revival works will cost Rs 7.15 crore.
Renovation and restoration at Uttarbehni will cost an estimated Rs 6.85 crore.
The projects aim to improve access, preserve temples and strengthen spiritual tourism.
Officials said heritage tourism could benefit local handicrafts, hospitality, transport, food businesses and artisans.
- Who
- Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha launched the projects.
- What
- Heritage renovation, restoration and revival projects worth Rs 14 crore were launched.
- When
- The foundation was laid on Sunday, September 20.
- Where
- At the spiritual sites of Purmandal and Uttarbehni in Samba district, Jammu and Kashmir.
- Why
- To preserve historic and religious heritage, improve access for pilgrims and support spiritual tourism and local economic opportunities.
- Total project cost
- Rs 14 crore
- Purmandal allocation
- Rs 7.15 crore
- Uttarbehni allocation
- Rs 6.85 crore
- Purmandal features
- Ancient temples, stone carvings, sacred ponds and historical structures
- Planned improvements
- Restoration, pathways, lighting and improved road connectivity
- Expected economic benefits
- More opportunities for handicrafts, hospitality, homestays, transport, food establishments and small entrepreneurs
- Additional initiative
- A Mata Devika Ved Pathshala is planned at Purmandal