Mysore/Mysuru, Jan. 25 -- Mysuru-Kodagu MP Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar has expressed concern that the ongoing works under the Centre's Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Heritage Augmentation Drive (PRASHAD) at Chamundi Hill could pose a threat to the iconic Gopura (tower) of the Sri Chamundeshwari Temple.

Speaking to reporters at the BJP office in Mysuru yesterday, he said authorities should first study the original construction methods used during the building of the Temple and carefully assess the pros and cons before proceeding with any new works.

Yaduveer said he had already conveyed his views to the authorities and noted that residents of Chamundi Hill were also opposing the project. While acknowledging the need for...