By Our Correspondent
PURI/BHUBANESWAR: As per the direction of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, 5T Secretary VK Pandian on Friday visited Puri Shree Lord Jagannath Temple in Puri early in the morning and reviewed Shree Mandir Parikrama Prakalpa.
He made field visits to different project sites at crack of the dawn from 4 AM and continued his on-field review till 7 AM.
During the review, Secretary (5T) directed officials and agencies to complete iconic Parikrama Project by December-2023.
Decisions were taken in the review:
Adequate arrangements for parking of two wheelers will be made for commuters and sebayats. Special attention to be given to keep the outer access road free from encroachments.
The matha re-development work was reviewed. It was decided to expedite the works involving all stakeholders and keeping in mind the history and heritage of these Mathas.
Special focus should be given to the landscaping works using plant varieties that are in tune with the heritage of Sri Jagannath temple.
STP works will be expedited. Electrical sub-station work to be completed at the earliest.
TATA project was instructed to engage more man power during night hours to complete the work in a time bound manner. Prime importance to be given to ensure best experience to thousands of devotees who visit the temple everyday along with quality and timely completion of the works.
