{"id":3512,"date":"2025-08-13T15:45:40","date_gmt":"2025-08-13T15:45:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arunachaltoday.live\/?p=3512"},"modified":"2025-08-13T15:45:40","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T15:45:40","slug":"dcm-chowna-mein-unveils-statue-of-strength-at-parashuram-kund-reviews-development-progress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arunachaltoday.live\/?p=3512","title":{"rendered":"DCM Chowna Mein Unveils \u201cStatue of Strength\u201d at Parashuram Kund; Reviews Development Progress"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>WAKRO Aug 13: Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein today inspected the ongoing development works at Parashuram Kund and officially announced the name of the 51 feet grand statue of Lord Parashuram as \u201cStatue of Strength\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking on the occasion, Mein said, \u201cwith the combined efforts of the Government of Arunachal Pradesh, VIPRA Foundation, and local communities, the project is on track for a grand inauguration by November\/December this year.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/arunachaltoday.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000031825-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arunachaltoday.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000031825-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arunachaltoday.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000031825-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arunachaltoday.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000031825-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arunachaltoday.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000031825.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the Riverfront Development Project, multiple infrastructure upgrades are in progress, including safe bathing facilities, structural protection works, and enhanced public amenities, aimed at making Parashuram Kund both a revered pilgrimage centre and a vibrant tourism destination. Despite recent flood damage, expert-led redesigns are being implemented to ensure greater safety, accessibility, and improved visitor experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DCM also chaired a coordination meeting with Lohit District Administration, Chief Engineers of various work departments, HoDs and public leaders. The discussions focused on transforming the site into a prominent pilgrimage and tourism hub, enhancing security and IT facilities, implementing riverfront protection measures, and ensuring effective management for mega events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"853\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/arunachaltoday.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000031828-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arunachaltoday.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000031828-edited.jpg 853w, https:\/\/arunachaltoday.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000031828-edited-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arunachaltoday.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000031828-edited-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 853px) 100vw, 853px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Valuable suggestions were shared for the development and long-term protection of the Kund. The Deputy Chief Minister reiterated the State Government\u2019s commitment to preserving the sanctity of Parashuram Kund while unlocking its full potential as a spiritual and cultural landmark for generations to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mein was accompanied by Vipra Foundation National Convenor Susil Ojha; Sculptor Naresh Kumar Kumawat; Chairman, State Council for IT &amp; e-Governance Nyamar Karbak; ZPC Lohit Dasula Krisikro; DC Lohit Kesang Damo; CE (retired) Atop Lego, BJP District President Namsai Ningroo Ong Maio; CEs, ADC Wakro; and other dignitaries.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>WAKRO Aug 13: Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein today inspected the ongoing development works at Parashuram Kund and officially announced the name of the 51 feet grand statue of Lord Parashuram as \u201cStatue of Strength\u201d. 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