An ultra-modern research library dedicated to the God Krishna is planned for Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. This library will serve to preserve rare manuscripts and scientific works. Additionally, a specialized digital platform for research, documentaries, theatrical performances, and musical cycles related to Krishna is planned.
Minister Mohan Yadav chaired the meeting of the 'Shrikrishna Pathhey' working group at the ministry on Monday and issued relevant directives. He emphasized that the teachings of God Krishna continue to serve as guidance in areas such as life management, economy, agriculture, and cattle development. It was proposed to conduct regional and national seminars and conferences on these topics.
The Minister noted that God Krishna studied at the Sandipani Gurukul in Ujjain, and there are also numerous stories associated with His travels to various places in the state. He stated that all these locations hold great significance for the general public and should be developed as holy sites. He also instructed the initiation of cooperation with organizations related to Krishna devotion to develop these places.
At the meeting, the Minister focused on improving the preservation, promotion, and management of temples dedicated to God Krishna. It was indicated that the lands belonging to the temples should be used to strengthen the administrative systems of the temples themselves. To this end, instructions were given to develop an action plan that includes agricultural activities and other commercial operations on temple lands.
The Minister also suggested that a portion of the income from major temples could be directed towards improving conditions in adjacent cow sheds and Vrindavan villages. Furthermore, orders were given to carry out work under the 'Jal Ganga' campaign for the restoration and preservation of water structures located in the temples.
It was reported that directives have already been issued regarding the maintenance of over 3200 temples in the state, the construction of entrances, and the preservation of water bodies associated with Shrikrishna Pathhey. The foundation stone was also laid for the development and restoration of the Sandipani Ashram in Ujjain.
During the meeting, the progress of development projects being implemented in various parts of the state under the Shrikrishna Pathhey scheme was reviewed. These include projects in Narayan Dham Mahidpur, Shrikrishna Dham Chhatarpur, Janapav Mahu (Indore), Amjera (Dhar), Maa Jagneshwari Lok (Chanderi), Shrikrishna Radha Lok (Panna), and projects related to the Jamgarh hills in the Raisen district.
The State Culture Minister Dharmedhra Bhavsing Lodhi participated virtually in the meeting. Present were Chief Secretary Ashok Barnwal, Additional Chief Secretary Niraj Mandloi, Shivshekar Shukla, Anupam Rajan, Minister's Advisor on Culture Shriram Tiwari, and other officials.
