Himachal Deputy CM Agnihotri announces Rs 100 crore beautification plan for Jwala Mata temple

Deputy Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh Mukesh Agnihotri, accompanied by family members, paid obeisance at the revered Jwala Mata Temple in Jawalamukhi, Kangra district on Saturday.

Agnihotri performed traditional rituals and sought blessings for the prosperity, good health and peace of the people of the hill state. His daughter Dr Aastha Agnihotri, and his sister were also present during the visit.

He prayed to the presiding deity for the state’s well-being and protection from natural calamities. The temple committee honored him with a memento as a token of respect.

Speaking on the occasion, Agnihotri announced that a comprehensive beautification project worth Rs 100 crore will be undertaken at the Jwala Mata Temple. He emphasised that the state government was committed to preserving and promoting Himachal’s rich cultural and religious heritage.

“Our goal is to provide improved facilities to devotees, maintain the sanctity of traditional rituals and integrate digital systems for better temple management,” he said.

He added that the initiative aims to create a spiritual environment that matches the devotion of millions of pilgrims visiting the temple annually. Plans include infrastructure upgrades, enhanced amenities for visitors and systematic development to boost religious tourism in the region.

After the visit to Jwala Mata Temple, the Deputy Chief Minister, along with his family, also paid respects at Mata Baglamukhi Temple, seeking blessings there as well.

The Jwala Mata Temple, located in Kangra district, is one of the most significant Shakti Peethas in India and attracts devotees from across the country and abroad.