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Bihar Announces ₹2,520 Crore Vishnupad Temple Area Revamp on Kashi Model
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🗓 17 Sep 2026, 05:34 AM
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The Bihar government has unveiled a ₹2,520 crore redevelopment plan for the area around the Vishnupad Temple, inspired by the Kashi Vishwanath corridor project. The initiative aims to upgrade infrastructure and facilities for pilgrims visiting the shrine.
The Bihar government announced a major redevelopment initiative for the precincts of the Vishnupad Temple, drawing inspiration from the Kashi Vishwanath corridor model. The project is earmarked with an outlay of ₹2,520 crore.
Officials said the makeover will focus on improving the temple’s surrounding infrastructure, including pathways, lighting and basic amenities for devotees. The aim is to create a more organized and accessible environment around the ancient shrine.
The initiative follows the successful implementation of similar upgrades in Varanasi, where the Kashi Vishwanath corridor transformed the area around the temple. Authorities expect the Bihar project to deliver comparable benefits for pilgrims and local communities.
Officials said the makeover will focus on improving the temple’s surrounding infrastructure, including pathways, lighting and basic amenities for devotees. The aim is to create a more organized and accessible environment around the ancient shrine.
The initiative follows the successful implementation of similar upgrades in Varanasi, where the Kashi Vishwanath corridor transformed the area around the temple. Authorities expect the Bihar project to deliver comparable benefits for pilgrims and local communities.