BJP MP Jaggesh Advocates Rs 83.52 Crore for Ganagapura Dattatreya Temple Development

BJP MP Jaggesh has requested the government to allocate Rs 83.52 crore to enhance the Ganagapura Dattatreya Temple in Kalaburagi, Karnataka. Jaggesh emphasized the temple's significance and the need for better infrastructure to accommodate the growing number of pilgrims. Additionally, MP Sikandar Kumar urged improved rail connections to Himachal Pradesh's Tara Devi and Hanuman temples.

BJP MP Jaggesh on Thursday urged the government to allocate Rs 83.52 crore for the development of the Ganagapura Dattatreya Temple in Karnataka's Kalaburagi.

Speaking in Kannada during Zero Hour in the Rajya Sabha, Jaggesh highlighted the temple's significance as a major pilgrimage site located on the banks of the River Bhima. He noted that devotees from across the country visit the holy place.

'The temple premises are too small, surrounded by houses and shops. It's becoming difficult to manage the increasing number of pilgrims and provide adequate facilities,' Jaggesh said.

The MP emphasised the need for widening roads connecting to the temple. He mentioned that the Dattatreya Samithi has prepared a master plan for the development.

In a separate appeal, BJP MP Sikandar Kumar called for improving rail connectivity to the Tara Devi and Hanuman temples in Himachal Pradesh.

The demands come as part of ongoing efforts to enhance infrastructure at religious sites across the country.