GUWAHATI- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on July 9 announced the decision of his Government to undertake the redevelopment of the revered Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Complex. With a total investment of Rs. 46 crore, the initiative aims to provide devotees and visitors with a seamless darshan experience of their beloved deity during the holy month of Saawan.
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कामरूप में नीलांचल पर्वत पर मां कामाख्या शक्तिपीठ और डाकिनी पर्वत पर भारतवर्ष के द्वादश ज्योतिर्लिंगों में एक भीमाशंकर ज्योतिर्लिंग स्थित है।
In this holy month of Saawan, we have decided to redevelop the Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Temple Complex.
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— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) July 9, 2023
Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga, located at Dakini hill in Pmaohi near the National Highway in Guwahati. It is believed that Lord Shiva had incarnated here to destroy a demon called Bhimasura and protect his devotees. However, there is no actual temple here but instead there is a stream surrounding the Shiva Linga on a hill where one can observe a continuous flow of water flowing over the Linga. The road leading to the linga is very beautiful with hills, streams and bamboo grooves.
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For the redevelopment process, various amenities have been proposed, including an entrance gate, Pujari cave, walkway development, Yatri NIvas, and a watchtower. These additions aim to further enhance the experience for devotees and Visitors.