Mysore/Mysuru: In a significant development for the tourism infrastructure of Mysuru city, the Centre will allocate Rs. 114 crore for the construction of a solar ropeway leading to Chamundi Hill. This announcement was made by Union Minister for Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari in the city yesterday. The ropeway project aims to enhance accessibility to…
PM Modi virtually lays foundation for Chamundeshwari Temple Development, Ecological and Tonga Ride Heritage Experience Zones New Delhi/Mysuru: Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually laid foundation stone and inaugurated several projects in the national tourism sector today, collectively valued at over Rs. 1,400 crore under the Swadesh Darshan 2.0 and PRASHAD (Pilgrimage Rejuvenation And Spiritual, Heritage…
Mysore/Mysuru: Nearly two-and-a-half years after the first major landslide occurred atop the Chamundi Hill between View Point and Nandi Statue Road in October 2021, the retaining wall to prevent further damage is still incomplete. Consequently, the 400-metre road has remained closed to traffic since then. As of now, only 70 percent of the planned 50-ft…
Summer is here and water woes are set to begin as water levels in KRS and Kabini Reservoirs are steadily diminishing. But not to worry, the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) is prepared like it always is with, unfortunately, a temporary solution. But when will we get a permanent solution? The MCC, realising that the KRS…
Mysore/Mysuru: With the onset of summer, the Forest Department faces heightened challenges in combating fire at Chamundi Hill. To address these, proactive measures and awareness programmes have been initiated. Yesterday, one such programme took place at Tree Park, Alanahalli, at the foot of Chamundi Hill, where the Forest Department sought the active support of the…
Bengaluru: Months after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah initiated a proposal to establish the Chamundi Hill Development Authority aimed at fostering sustainable development of the Hill, the Karnataka Legislative Assembly has granted approval for the formation of the Statutory Authority for the Hill Temple. ‘Sri Chamundeshwari Kshethra Abhivruddhi Pradhikara Bill-2024’ (Bill Number 10) was tabled by Ramalinga…
Mysore/Mysuru: The citizens of Mysuru have persistently advocated for the establishment of the Chamundi Hill Development Authority, aiming to set clear guidelines and ensure strict adherence to them. They voiced their opposition to development plans that prioritise turning Chamundi Hill into a tourist destination by allowing construction of buildings and roads across the hill endangering…
Mysore/Mysuru: Gopal (46), a cleaning staff at Chamundeshwari Temple atop Chamundi Hill, passed away following a heart attack while on duty yesterday. A resident of Chamundi Hill, Gopal was on duty near the special entrance of the Temple when he suffered a heart attack. Though he was being rushed to a private hospital, he is…
Mysore/Mysuru: Union Home Minister Amit Shah wrapped up his busy 16-hour visit to Mysuru, where he connected with prominent Lingayat and Hindu communities. He participated in the Suttur Jathra Mahotsava and engaged with community leaders and spiritual figures. He also visited Sri Chamundeshwari Temple atop Chamundi Hill, where he offered special prayers. During the high-profile…
Impact on local environment and ecosystem will be studied, says Tourism Minister Mysore/Mysuru: Facing intense condemnation and widespread criticism from various environmental groups and activists who underscore the potential harm to the fragile ecosystem if the Chamundi Hill ropeway project is implemented, Tourism Minister H.K. Patil stated that a final decision on the ropeway proposal…
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