State govt is launching as many as 20 developement projects in Kedarnath and its surrounding areas in Rudraprayag district. These projects includes WiFi installation, imrovement in tourism and transportation infrastructure.
All projects are the step forward for the developement of the flood hit area. These projects also include a helipad of 150 by 50 mtrs for transporting heavy machinery necessary for reconstruction of Kedarnath town. Other projects include making Kedarnath and other nearby places Wi-Fi enabled and better internet facilities, installed by the District Disaster Management Authority ( DDMA). This includes installation of Kedarnath Rescue, an Android app, commissioning of a digital display board for weather conditions at a cost of Rs 4.60 crore.
As part of this package, 25 cottage with advanced facilities will be built for pilgrims at Kedarnath, in addition to a smaller helipad behind Kedarnath temple and two pilgrim reception centres, one each adjoining the two helipads, officials said.
News Src : TOI
Published Date: October 15, 2015
