Haryana Chief Minister Mr. Nayab Singh Saini directed that all works under the Kurukshetra Development Board (KDB) be completed within the stipulated time frame, with special emphasis on maintaining quality in every development project. He made it clear that any negligence or laxity in this regard would not be tolerated.
The Chief Minister was chairing a review meeting today to assess the progress of restoration, renovation, and beautification works being carried out at pilgrimage sites under the KDB. Mr. Saini stated that the restoration and beautification works at Brahmasarovar and Jyotisar should be completed on priority before the start of the fair so that visitors can access these sites conveniently.
He directed that prior permission must be obtained for any changes in approved projects. Development work should commence only after the preparation of proper drawings, and timelines should be fixed for drawings, DNITs, and related activities.
Reviewing the work at the Bhaur Sainda tiratha in Pehowa, the Chief Minister instructed that the construction of a ghat on the pond and the installation of paintings and other displays for visitors be initiated soon. He added that a separate meeting will be held shortly to review KDB’s development projects and directed officials to present a detailed report on all ongoing works.
The Chief Minister also took note of the issue of crocodile reportedly found from the Bhaur Sainda pond and expressed concern that no action had been taken yet. He directed Additional Principal Secretary Dr. Saket Kumar to investigate the matter and submit a report.
He reiterated that the restoration and beautification of Brahmasarovar and Jyotisar must be completed before the fair begins so that visitors arriving for the Gita Jayanti can have a meaningful and informative experience. He also directed the concerned departments to expedite the installation of plaques displaying verses from the Mahabharata at the 182 pilgrimage sites under the KDB.
In addition, work on installing high-mast lights and tricolor lighting at pilgrimage sites such as Brahmasarovar, Gyan Sarovar, Jyotisar, and others should be completed swiftly to create a grand and beautiful ambiance during the Gita Mahotsav and Aarti. The Chief Minister reviewed in detail the works being undertaken by the Executive Engineers of the Public Works Department, Electrical Department, and Panchayati Raj Institutions associated with the KDB.
He instructed that works which have already reached 80–90 percent completion must be finished by December, and those in progress should be accelerated to meet the set deadlines. Additional Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Dr. Saket Kumar, OSD to CM Mr. B.B. Bharti and members and officials of the Kurukshetra Development Board also attended the meeting.