By JB Dash: The State Integrated Plan Approval Committee (SIPAC) has drafted a development plan for the 11th century old Kichakeswari Temple in Mayurbhanj district under the Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual, Heritage Augmentation Drive” (PRASHAD) of Central Government. It envisages overall development, revamp of the temple & precincts with several amenities such as tourist accommodation lounge, community Hall and peripheral garden etc.

The plan has already been approved & submitted by the Odisha Government to Ministry of Culture & Tourism awaiting release of funds. Once the funds are received, work on this historic temple, museum, Mrutuynjay Mahadev Temple, temple pond, and parking area construction beautification will begin.