Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Approves Tata Sons' Museum of Temples in Ayodhya and Other Development Projects
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Approved | Tata Sons' proposal to build a 'museum of temples' in Ayodhya |
| Project Cost | Rs 650 crore |
| Funding | Tata's corporate social responsibility fund |
| Land Lease | 90-year lease for a nominal fee of Re 1 |
| Additional Sanctions | Rs 100 crore for Ayodhya's development; helicopter services in Lucknow, Prayagraj, and Kapilvastu |
| Museum Aim | Highlight history and architecture of India's temples; may include a light-and-sound show |
| Helicopter Services Model | Public-private partnership (PPP) |
| Heritage Buildings | Kothi Roshan Dulha (Lucknow), Barsana Jal Mahal (Mathura), Shukla Talab (Kanpur) |
| Development Assistance | Researchers under Mukhya Mantri tourism fellowship programme |
| Objective | Boost tourism, improve infrastructure, enhance historical and cultural significance |