📝 Maa Janaki Temple, Punaura Dham

  • Project: Construction of a grand Maa Janaki temple (Goddess Sita).
  • Location: Punaura Dham, Sitamarhi, Bihar.
  • Significance of Location: Believed to be the birthplace of Goddess Sita (Maa Janaki).
  • Governing Body: Shree Janaki Janm Bhumi Punaura Dham Mandir Nyas Samiti (nine-member trust).
  • Leadership of Trust: Chaired by the Chief Secretary of Bihar.
  • Timeline: Announced after CM Nitish Kumar unveiled the final design on June 22.
  • Project Goals/Vision:
    • To boost religious tourism.
    • To enhance infrastructure in the region.
    • To position Sitamarhi as a major spiritual destination.
    • Model: The project is being modelled on the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
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