CM approves ₹288.17-crore Bhimashankar development plan
Pune: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has approved a ₹ 288.17 crore development plan for the Bhimashankar temple area and instructed state agencies to begin its implementation immediately. Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis has approved ₹ 288.17 crore development plan for Bhimashankar temple area and instructed state agencies to begin its implementation immediately. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))
Fadnavis stressed that all major works must be completed ahead of the 2027 Kumbh Mela.
Chairing a review meeting at Sahyadri Guest House in Mumbai on Friday, Fadnavis said Bhimashankar, a Jyotirling shrine in Pune district, sees a steady influx of devotees and tourists throughout the year.
'The plan must focus on creating quality facilities while preserving the region's natural beauty. A time-bound execution roadmap must be prepared and followed strictly,' he said.
Fadnavis directed that eco-tourism be developed on a large scale, leveraging the region's dense forests. 'A forest trail should be constructed, and a ropeway service must be introduced for ease of access. The Nigadale area should be developed with hotels, restaurants, and stay options for tourists,' he added.
Key infrastructure priorities include improving internal roads and transport networks, as well as setting up a helipad. 'Local shopkeepers and vendors should be provided with upgraded commercial spaces,' Fadnavis said, adding that the Rajgurunagar-Taleghar-Bhimashankar highway must be developed as a major transport corridor.
Given the expected surge in pilgrim numbers during the Kumbh Mela, Fadnavis stressed the need for a dedicated police outpost in the area and an uninterrupted power supply through a new substation.
A detailed presentation on the development works was made by Pune district collector Jitendra Dudi during the meeting.
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The work must be completed before Kumbh Mela," Fadnavis said at the meeting. He told officials to draw up a time-bound execution plan and ensure strict compliance. Pune collector Jitendra Dudi told TOI that as instructed by CM, measures would be taken to complete the project within the given timeline. "The plan will aim to integrate eco-tourism with spiritual tourism and implemented within the given timeline ahead of Kumbh Mela,''he said. Given the rich natural beauty of Bhimashankar region, an extensive eco-tourism concept would also be developed as decided at the meeting, he said. The approved blueprint includes comprehensive crowd control measures, improved facilities for pilgrims, and an emphasis on preserving the site's natural beauty. CM Fadnavis stressed the need for integrating eco-tourism with spiritual tourism. He said that eco-tourism must be central to the plan — nature trails through the surrounding forests and a ropeway to ease access should be prioritised. Officials present at the meeting said that they were told that the forest area should be used to create nature trails. A ropeway should also be developed for convenience of pilgrims and tourists. At Nigadale, plans should be made to provide all necessary amenities like hotels, restaurants, and accommodation for visitors, the officials were tolf. It was decided that priority should be given to improving transport facilities, including roads and internal connectivity in the Bhimashankar region, and provision should also be made for a helipad. While developing the area, local shopkeepers and businesses should be allotted new shops, the officials added. The Rajgurunagar–Taleghar–Bhimashankar highway is a suitable option for smooth transportation and should be developed accordingly. With a sharp rise in footfall of pilgrims expected during Kumbh Mela, Fadnavis also called for enhanced security arrangements, including setting up of an additional police outpost in the area. 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