Bhubaneswar, Oct. 17 -- The ancient Chandrabhaga Tirtha, known as Reba Tirtha, in Odisha's Puri district is gradually deteriorating due to a lack of maintenance. The beautification project launched in 2023 to improve Chandrabhaga beach remains incomplete, raising questions about the pace and quality of the work.

The project was initiated by the Odisha Tourism Department to make the beach more attractive for devotees and tourists. However, construction is still underway despite the original deadline having passed.

The project, estimated to cost over Rs 44 crore, covers an area spanning 800 metres. It includes a parking area, toilet complex, walking paths, an entrance gate and a market complex to accommodate street vendors, along with oth...