Overview

• On June 22, Nitish Kumar shared the completed architectural renderings of the Janki Mandir’s final design for Punauradham via a post on X.
• A newly formed trust will oversee construction and fast-track redevelopment milestones across the site.
• Following a December 2023 foundation stone ceremony, the state cabinet sanctioned Rs 120 crore to fund the temple’s multi-phase redevelopment.
• A Noida-based private firm—previously engaged on Ayodhya’s Ram temple master plan—has been appointed as design consultant.
• The master plan incorporates themed gardens, a parikrama circuit, visitor facilities and upgraded roads, gates and parking to enhance pilgrimage capacity.