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Yogi Announces Grand Temple Complex Plans for Mathura-Vrindavan

Yogi Adityanath said Mathura and Vrindavan may get large temple complexes like those developed in Ayodhya and Kashi.

He said this would make the Braj region even more important for religion and culture.

Officials also plan to build a road along a 12-kilometre rail route after railbus services stop.

A new program will help protect 200 old buildings and monuments.

The government wants to improve walking routes used by pilgrims.

It also plans more parking areas, holding spaces and facilities such as dormitories and food courts.

Officials were asked to conserve water and build more ponds because Mathura has salty water problems.

They were also told to improve garbage collection, cleanliness, traffic management and security before Krishna Janmashtami.

Key facts

Temple development: Grand temple complexes are planned in Mathura-Vrindavan along the lines of developments in Ayodhya and Kashi.
Rail route: A road will be constructed along the 12-kilometre rail track between Mathura and Vrindavan after railbus services are discontinued.
Heritage conservation: The Teerth Mitra scheme aims to conserve 200 identified dilapidated heritage structures and monuments.
Parikrama project: The Braj Chaurasi Kos Parikrama development project was ordered to be completed within three years.
Pilgrim facilities: Holding areas and multilevel parking with dormitories, cafes and food courts were proposed.
Water management: Officials were urged to build more ponds and expand rainwater harvesting to address Mathura’s saline-water problem.
Public services: Authorities were directed to improve cleaning, door-to-door garbage collection, waste disposal, patrolling and security arrangements.

telegraphindia.com · 2 hrs ago