Dehradun: The Uttarakhand government has earmarked ₹340 crore in its supplementary budget for religious events and projects associated with the state’s cultural and spiritual heritage. The provisions cover preparations for the 2027 Kumbh Mela in Haridwar, development work under the Haridwar Ganga Corridor and arrangements for the Nanda Raj Jat pilgrimage.
The allocations form part of the government’s efforts to support religious gatherings, improve infrastructure in pilgrimage areas and preserve the state’s religious and cultural traditions.
₹290 Crore Allocated for Kumbh Mela 2027
The supplementary budget provides ₹290 crore for the Kumbh Mela in Haridwar. The amount is earmarked for arrangements for the religious gathering and related infrastructure development.
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The allocation is intended to support preparations for the event, which draws pilgrims to Haridwar.
₹30 Crore for Haridwar Ganga Corridor
The state government has set aside ₹30 crore for the Haridwar Ganga Corridor project. The provision is intended to help ensure that the project’s works are completed on schedule.
The Ganga Corridor is among the infrastructure initiatives associated with the development of Haridwar’s riverfront and pilgrimage area.
₹20 Crore for Nanda Raj Jat Pilgrimage
A further ₹20 crore has been allocated under the capital expenditure head for the Nanda Raj Jat pilgrimage.
The pilgrimage is an important religious and cultural tradition in Uttarakhand, associated with the worship of Goddess Nanda. The supplementary provision is intended to support arrangements for its conduct.
Supplementary Budget Focuses on Religious and Cultural Heritage
The three allocations total ₹340 crore:
- Kumbh Mela, Haridwar: ₹290 crore
- Haridwar Ganga Corridor: ₹30 crore
- Nanda Raj Jat pilgrimage: ₹20 crore
Through these provisions, the Dhami government has earmarked funds for religious-event arrangements, pilgrimage-area infrastructure and the continuation of a major regional tradition.
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