Bhubaneswar, Feb. 16 -- On the sacred occasion of Maha Shivratri, lakhs of devotees gathered at the revered Lord Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar, reaffirming the shrine's status as one of Odisha's most significant spiritual and cultural landmarks.

Amid the massive congregation of pilgrims, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi announced a comprehensive development plan aimed at transforming the temple precinct and its surrounding areas into a world-class spiritual and heritage destination.

The state government has initiated the tender process for the Rs 180-crore Lingaraj Temple Development Project, with work expected to begin soon. The project is designed to upgrade infrastructure, enhance amenities for devotees, and preserve the architectu...