Srinagar, Aug 13: The Jammu and Kashmir government has approved three major heritage conservation projects worth ₹18.60 crore aimed at restoring historically significant sites and promoting heritage tourism across the Union Territory.
The approved projects include restoration and revival of heritage structures at Uttervehini Heritage in Samba at a cost of ₹6.86 crore, repair and beautification of the historic Basohli Fort in Kathua for ₹6.50 crore, and restoration of Yatri Niwas along with beautification of the historic Soundbrari Spring in Anantnag at a cost of ₹5.24 crore.
According to the government, the projects form part of a broader initiative to preserve and revitalise Jammu and Kashmir’s cultural and architectural heritage while creating new opportunities for tourism-led economic growth.
Officials said the conservation works are intended to protect important heritage assets and integrate them into the region’s wider tourism and cultural development framework.
The government has recently approved several other heritage conservation projects, including development of Gurudwara Charan Kamal Sahib in Kathua, restoration of Lah Wali Bowli in Rajouri, renovation of Rattan Garh Fort in Bhaderwah, restoration of Ziyarat Sharief Khiram, and renovation of the historic Shiv Mandir at Thajiwara in Bijbehara.
Other projects include conservation of Imambara Zadibal in Srinagar, development of Khoo Sahib spring in Pulwama, restoration of Jamia Masjid Sharief in Shopian and renovation of Sarvadhar Chaumanda Mata Mandir in Ramban.
Officials said the programme seeks to preserve Jammu and Kashmir’s diverse cultural legacy while strengthening its appeal as a heritage tourism destination.
