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Ropeway, helicopter services to be developed soon 7/30/2015 11:56:31 PM Early Times Report REASI, July 30: The 8th meeting of the Shiv Khori Shrine Board was held today here under the Chairmanship of Dr. Pawan Kotwal, Divisional Commissioner Jammu, in which Sushma Chauhan, Deputy Commissioner Reasi, who is also the Vice Chairperson of the Board briefed about the agenda and other activities being taken up by the Board. Sushma in her brief said that due to the continuous efforts made by the Board and civil administration in providing better infrastructure and facilities to the pilgrims, the number of yatries who visit the holy shrine has continuously increased and this year 6,71,231 yatries have paid obeisance, adding that the Board so far has earned an income of Rs 10.65 Crore mainly by way of donations and other sources. In the meeting, while discussing the various developmental activities, the Chair approved the works plan of the current financial year to the tune of Rs. 3.65 Crore for creating various infrastructure facilities from base camp Ransoo to Shiv Khori Shrine which includes the development of the approach road to the Helipad, Construction of Ropeway from base camp Ransoo to Cave shrine and upgradation of the first 500m track, Construction of overhead sheds both on the entrance and exit of the Holy cave. Besides, the Board also decided to undertake a publicity campaign by way of installation of hoardings and Flex banners at various prominent locations like Jammu-Katra Railway station and Jammu-Katra Bus stand and other places so that the Tourists visiting the state are made aware about the Shrine and the facilities being provided there.   Share This News with Your Friends on Social Network     Comment on this Story

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