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Religion
Lieutenant Governor Lays Foundation Stone of Amriteshwar Sarovar in Rajouri
✍️ Kashmir Life
🗓 22 Aug 2026, 10:49 AM
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The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir inaugurated the foundation stone of the Amriteshwar Sarovar project in Rajouri, marking the start of a new water‑body aimed at local development.
Rajouri, J&K – The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir officially laid the foundation stone for the Amriteshwar Sarovar on Thursday, signalling the commencement of a government‑backed water‑conservation initiative. The ceremony, attended by local officials and community leaders, highlighted the project's aim to create a perennial pond that will support irrigation, drinking water supply and religious activities in the region.
The Amriteshwar Sarovar is slated to cover several acres and will be fed by nearby streams, with plans to integrate it into the broader water‑resource management strategy of the state. Authorities expect the sarovar to boost agricultural productivity and provide a reliable water source during dry periods.
State officials emphasized that the project aligns with ongoing efforts to improve rural infrastructure and enhance the quality of life for residents of Rajouri district. Construction is expected to begin within weeks, with completion targeted for the next two years.
The Lieutenant Governor, while addressing the gathering, underscored the importance of sustainable water solutions for the hilly terrain of Jammu and Kashmir and urged local communities to cooperate in the upkeep of the new sarovar.
The foundation‑stone ceremony was covered by regional media, and photographs of the event are expected to be released by the state’s public relations office.
The Amriteshwar Sarovar is slated to cover several acres and will be fed by nearby streams, with plans to integrate it into the broader water‑resource management strategy of the state. Authorities expect the sarovar to boost agricultural productivity and provide a reliable water source during dry periods.
State officials emphasized that the project aligns with ongoing efforts to improve rural infrastructure and enhance the quality of life for residents of Rajouri district. Construction is expected to begin within weeks, with completion targeted for the next two years.
The Lieutenant Governor, while addressing the gathering, underscored the importance of sustainable water solutions for the hilly terrain of Jammu and Kashmir and urged local communities to cooperate in the upkeep of the new sarovar.
The foundation‑stone ceremony was covered by regional media, and photographs of the event are expected to be released by the state’s public relations office.