Govt sanctions ₹13.75 Cr for heritage projects

Purmandal, Imambara Zadibal to be restored

Srinagar, Jul 31: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has approved two major heritage conservation projects worth ₹13.75 crore for the restoration of the historic Purmandal shrine complex in Samba and the conservation and upgradation of the Imambara Zadibal in Srinagar.

The twin projects reaffirm the Government’s commitment to preserving the Union Territory’s rich religious, cultural and architectural heritage while improving facilities for pilgrims, devotees and visitors.

A sum of ₹7.16 crore has been sanctioned for the restoration and revival of the historic Purmandal heritage site. The project aims to preserve the shrine town’s heritage character while upgrading essential infrastructure for pilgrims and tourists.

Another ₹6.59 crore has been approved for the conservation and upgradation of the centuries-old Imambara Zadibal in Srinagar. The project seeks to preserve its architectural heritage while improving infrastructure and visitor amenities.

The projects form part of the Government’s ongoing efforts to protect and restore religious and historical sites across Jammu and Kashmir through focused investments in heritage conservation.

Officials said the latest approvals follow several similar initiatives undertaken in recent months, including the ₹6.38 crore development project for the revered Khoo Sahib spring at Yarwan, Shadimarg (Pulwama) and ₹16.36 crore sanctioned for the restoration of Jamia Masjid Sharief, Shopian, and Sarvadhar Chaumanda Mata Mandir, Ramban.