Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 20: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today informed the Legislative Assembly that three tourism projects have been completed and one project is currently in progress in Ramgarh Constituency at a total cost of Rs 307.12 lakh under the Capex Budget.
The Chief Minister was replying to a question raised by Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal, which was asked on his behalf by member Surjeet Singh Slathia during the Question Hour.
The House was informed that the Tourism Development Plan for the year 2026–27 has not yet been formulated. However, new projects for Ramgarh Constituency will be considered for 2026–27, subject to feasibility as per established tourism norms, availability of funds and necessary approvals.
Replying to another question, the Chief Minister, who also holds the Tourism portfolio, stated that ₹123.41 lakh was sanctioned under the Capex Budget for the development and beautification of Sidh Goria Temple. The works included beautification of the surrounding area, construction of parking facilities and toilet blocks, development of a pond, installation and commissioning of high mast lights and allied works. He informed that the project stands physically completed.
He further said that ₹100.00 lakh was sanctioned under the Capex Budget for the development of Baba Chamlyal Shrine. The sanctioned works comprised construction of flooring and pathways, installation of lights and allied works, which have also been physically completed.
The Chief Minister added that the department undertakes publicity of the annual mela at Sidh Goria Temple and Baba Chamlyal Shrine through flex hoardings, newspaper advertisements and booklets to promote religious tourism.
Regarding other religious sites including Ganga Mata Temple, Banu Temple and Ram Temple, he stated that their development will be considered in future, subject to feasibility, availability of funds and necessary approvals. |
