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Andhra government has spent ₹76,000 crore on pensions so far, says Naidu in Repalle

At the monthly pension distribution in Bapatla district, the Chief Minister says a Chief Minister should be a “common man”, and lists welfare and development works across the State

Andhra government has spent ₹76,000 crore on pensions so far, says Naidu in Repalle

The historic Sun God temple at Arasavalli in Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam district is set to receive ₹55.74 crore in development funds under the Union government's Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme. Selected among 57 destinations across India, the temple is one of 17 chosen for funding. The ₹55.74 crore allocation will cover various developmental projects including an Arasavalli Sun Experience Centre, a restaurant block, a shopping area, supporting infrastructure, landscaping, an open-air theatre, riverfront development, and protection of a Dutch heritage structure.

The project, proposed by Union Minister for Civil Aviation K. Rammohan Naidu, aims to boost spiritual tourism in the region and make the temple's significance known nationwide. Srikakulam Collector Swapnil Dinakar Pundkar and tourism officials had prepared a detailed project report for the temple's inclusion in the scheme. Once completed, the development is expected to attract more pilgrims from across the country, with Srikakulam, Srimukhalingam, and other nearby temples also likely to see increased visitation.

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