PM Modi reviews of Kedarnath reconstruction project, says it should stand test of time

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed the Kedarnath Dham development and reconstruction project being undertaken by the Uttarakhand government. The PM said that the state government should envision and design development projects for holy sites like Kedarnath and Badrinath in a way and manner that stands the test of time and is yet eco-friendly and in harmony with nature and its surroundings.

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday conducted a review of the Kedarnath Dham development and reconstruction project with the Uttarakhand state government via video conferencing.

Uttarakhand chief minister Trivendra Singh Rawat and other senior officials participated in the discussions.

PM Modi said, "The state government should envision and design development projects for holy sites like Kedarnath and Badrinath in a way and manner that stands the test of time and is yet eco-friendly and in harmony with nature and its surroundings."

The Prime Minister suggested that the present construction season could be utilized for completing pending works by proper distribution of labour pools, keeping in mind the norms of social distancing, adding, "This will help to create facilities and infrastructure to better sustain tourism flows in the years to come."

"Reviewed various aspects relating to the Kedarnath Reconstruction project. Emphasised on redevelopment that is eco-friendly and ensures convenience to pilgrims as well as tourists," PM Modi said in a Twitter post.

• In addition to the redevelopment at Kedarnath, we discussed ways to develop other heritage centres from Ramban to Kedarnath. Development of centres such as Brahma Kamal Vatika were also discussed.
  
  These efforts will deepen our cultural connect and boost tourism.

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  In addition to the redevelopment at Kedarnath, we discussed ways to develop other heritage centres from Ramban to Kedarnath. Development of centres such as Brahma Kamal Vatika were also discussed.
  
  These efforts will deepen our cultural connect and boost tourism.

  — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 10, 2020

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  In addition to the redevelopment at Kedarnath, we discussed ways to develop other heritage centres from Ramban to Kedarnath. Development of centres such as Brahma Kamal Vatika were also discussed.
  
  These efforts will deepen our cultural connect and boost tourism.

  — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 10, 2020

During the review, CM Rawat apprised PM Modi about the Char Dham Yatra which has been started, for the local devotees of Chamoli, Rudraprayag and Uttarkashi, till June 30.

He also informed the Prime Minister that Kedarnath is going to be grand and divine in the coming time and all the works will be completed on time. Its road map was also presented to the PM through video conferencing.

Laying out his vision for the reconstruction of the shrine, PM Modi gave directions for further development of other heritage and religious spots in the stretch extending from Ramban to Kedarnath. "This work will be in addition to the re-development of the main shrine in Kedarnath," he added.

The meeting also saw detailed discussions on topics related to the status of development of Brahma Kamal Vatika (garden) and museum to greet pilgrims en-route to Vasuki Taal, re-development of old town quarters and properties of historical significance keeping in-tact their original architectural façade as well as other facilities like eco-friendly parking spaces at a proper distance from the shrine and at regular intervals, said the statement.

(With inputs from ANI)