Rs 70 lakh pipeline project to revive historic Sarovar at Kali Devi temple inaugurated

The Punjab government inaugurated a pipeline project valued at Rs 70 lakh at the historic Kali Devi Temple “sarovar” today, less than a month after Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal paid obeisance and announced its rejuvenation.

In a significant step towards restoring the sanctity and infrastructure of the temple in Patiala, Punjab Cabinet Ministers Hardeep Singh Mundian and Dr. Balbir Singh inaugurated the project to lay a new water pipeline that will refill the sacred tank (Sarovar) after nearly three decades.

The ministers, accompanied by Patiala MLA Ajitpal Singh Kohli, announced that fresh water would reach the tank within two months, fulfilling a long-standing demand of the devotees. “The project not only symbolizes infrastructural development but also reflects the government’s commitment to preserving faith and heritage”, they claimed.

“This is not just a pipeline; it is a new lifeline for the devotees’ faith. With Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal’s vision, we will complete the temple’s renovation with full devotion,” said Minister Mundian.

Dr. Balbir Singh noted the deep emotional and spiritual connection people in Punjab and across the world have with the temple. “Devotees have been demanding restoration for years, and today we are fulfilling that promise,” he said.

The project is expected to be completed within the stipulated time and the sanctity and dignity of the site will be ensured. The earlier pipeline from Baradari area had been damaged due to tree root intrusion, disrupting the water supply to the temple and Rajindra Lake. The new 1-km-long pipeline will resolve this issue permanently.

Before launching the work, the leaders, accompanied by Mayor Kundan Gogia and Senior Deputy Mayor Harinder Kohli, paid obeisance at the temple and prayed for the peace, progress, and prosperity of the state.

The ministers emphasized that the renovation would also include the development of a heritage street, revival of Rajindra Lake, and enhancement of the adjoining Baradari area. A comprehensive master plan is being prepared in consultation with urban and religious planning experts to include provisions for sanitation, parking, traffic management, and preservation of architectural symmetry.

A fully air-conditioned hall will be constructed to serve senior citizens, women with children, and differently-abled devotees. Langar and other facilities will also be upgraded to better serve visitors throughout the year.