9.5-acre Shri Yantra–shaped tourist facility centre developed to enhance pilgrim amenities under Ministry of Tourism scheme
Published on: February 04, 2026
By: BTNI
Location: Rajnandgaon, India
The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, has sanctioned Rs 48.43 crore under the PRASAD (Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Augmentation Drive) scheme for the development of Maa Bamleshwari Devi Temple at Dongargarh. The Chhattisgarh Tourism Department confirmed that the project works have been completed, with only finishing touches remaining.
Under the project, major upgrades have been carried out on Maa Bamleshwari Hill, including renovation of stairways, installation of sheds over steps, railings, drinking water facilities, toilets and improved illumination. The pond located at the foothills has also been beautified, while shops, parking areas and comprehensive signage have been developed across the complex.
At the Pragya Giri campus, facilities such as a meditation centre, cafeteria, parking, stairway renovation, solar lighting and drinking water arrangements have been completed.
A key highlight of the project is the construction of a 9.5-acre tourist facility centre for pilgrims, designed in the shape of a Shri Yantra. The centre houses meditation halls, resting rooms, prasad counters, a cultural stage, cloakroom, satsang hall, drinking water points, toilets, landscaped gardens, solar lighting, parking areas and an entrance gateway.
Officials said construction work has largely been completed, with only finishing activities pending.
A monitoring committee and DISHA committee have been constituted to regularly review project progress. Payments to labourers are being made as per norms. The construction has been executed by TCIL, the contracted agency of the Chhattisgarh Tourism Board, which is affiliated with the Government of India’s Ministry of Telecommunications.
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The project is expected to significantly enhance pilgrim experience and strengthen religious tourism in the region.
