NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated multiple projects of Government of India which included ‘tourist facilities at Nathdwara’ funded by the Ministry of Tourism as part of Krishna circuit of Swadesh Darshan scheme. 

The Ministry of Tourism sanctioned Rs. 23.59 Crore for development of tourism facilities at Nathdwara, notable of which is a  tourism interpretation cum cultural centre developed for Rs. 13.43 Crore. Interpretation centre will provide information  regarding Shrinath ji (Lord Krishna) and Shri Vallabhacharya ji, the great devotee and founder of Pushtimarg (a major branch  of Vaishnava sect). At this centre, the tourists can experience various facets about the life of Shrinath ji, his arrival from  Goverdhan to Nathdwara, his divine acts, worship, adornment, appearances, festivals and related customs etc. Using high–quality graphics and visual media. The project at Nathdwara also includes development of parking, landscaping, last mile connectivity etc. to enhance the experience of tourists and pilgrims visiting this place. 

During  his speech, Prime Minister  mentioned  that the facilities  developed at  Nathdwara are part  of  the  tourism circuit   which  includes Govind ji mandir in Jaipur;  Khatushyam mandir in  Sikar  and  Nathdwara  in Rajsamand.  This initiative would significantly boost Rajasthan's pride and provide a substantial boost to the State's tourism industry.

Prime Minister also mentioned that the Sawanliya Seth Ji Temple in Chittorgarh, dedicated to Lord Krishna, serves as a place of devotion for everyone and is  visited  by  Lakhs of  people  every  year. The temple is particularly renowned among the business community. Government of India  under  Swadesh Darshan scheme  has  provided  modern facilities  in this  temple  by  investing  crores of Rupees  for developing  amenities  such  as  water  laser show, tourist facility  centre,  amphitheatre,  cafeteria etc.  which  will  provide  increased convenience   to the pilgrims  visiting  this  place.

Source: PIB