State urban development and municipal affairs minister Agnimitra Paul visited Iskcon Mayapur on Thursday and held a high-level administrative meeting to discuss the proposed development plan
She said govt was looking at comprehensive development of 700-800 acres around Iskcon temple, along with the adjoining town area. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Kolkata | Silver Rate in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata | Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Petrol Price in Kolkata | Diesel Price in Kolkata | CNG Price in Kolkata | LPG Price in Kolkata Stay updated with the latest Kolkata news.
Mayapur attracts tourists not only from within the state but also from abroad,” Paul said. Paul said govt has plans for development of Nabadwip, which has been included among five cities selected under the state’s ‘smart city’ initiative. Kolkata: Bengal govt is planning a major infrastructure and civic makeover of Mayapur in Nadia, aiming to develop the pilgrimage town around Iskcon temple into an international-standard religious and tourist destination. The meeting was attended by Nabadwip MLA, Nadia district magistrate and additional district magistrate, KMDA CEO Nitin Singhania, department joint secretary Supriya Adhikari, senior officials of Municipal Engineering Directorate and Iskcon representatives. “Our idea is to develop Mayapur on the lines of the ongoing makeover of College Street in line with Oxford Street and Tangra area as China Town. She added that govt would prepare a comprehensive plan with the help of planners and architects of national repute. The plan would cover roads, drainage, public transport, waste management, lighting and other modern amenities for pilgrims and tourists. The area comes under panchayats department, and hence development will be undertaken through coordination with it. Later, Paul participated in evening arati at Iskcon temple. Download the TOI App.
State urban development and municipal affairs minister Agnimitra Paul visited Iskcon Mayapur on Thursday and held a high-level administrative meeting to discuss the proposed development plan.