Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Maharashtra Approves Funds for Temple, Memorial Projects
The Maharashtra government decided to spend nearly 3,000 crore rupees to fix up temples and memorials.
A big part of the money will go to renovate the memorial of Ahilyadevi Holkar.
They also approved plans to improve several important temples, like the Ashtavinayak and Tuljabhavani temples.
The goal is to make the temples look better and easier to visit, while also keeping their original style.
Maharashtra government approved projects worth nearly ₹2,954 crore for temple and memorial restoration.
A ₹681.3 crore plan is set for preserving the Ahilyadevi Holkar memorial.
Development plans worth ₹5,503 crore were approved for seven major pilgrimage centers.
The projects aim to enhance the original architecture and civic amenities.
Administrative clearance was given for four of the seven projects on Wednesday.
- Who
- The Maharashtra government
- What
- The Maharashtra government approved plans for preservation and renovation of memorials and temples.
- When
- Wednesday
- Where
- Maharashtra
- Why
- To preserve and renovate memorials and temples, and boost civic facilities for devotees.
- Total Funds Approved
- ₹2,954 crore
- Ahilyadevi Holkar Memorial Project
- ₹681.3 crore
- Holkar Memorial Completion Time
- 3 years
- Pilgrimage Centers Plan
- ₹5,503 crore
- Jyotiba Temple Plan
- ₹59.6 crore
- Approval Date
- Wednesday
