J&K Govt Committed to Reviving Cultural Heritage Sites, Says Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo During Kulgam Visit

KULGAM, Aug 2: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo reaffirmed the Union Territory administration’s commitment to restoring, preserving, and reviving historical and heritage sites across the region, encompassing Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, and other culturally significant religious places. Speaking during a visit to the historic Mata Katyayani Temple at Kakran in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district, the Chief Secretary reviewed comprehensive plans for the shrine’s reconstruction and development. Accompanied by top civil and police officials—including the Director of Archives, Archaeology and Museums, the Deputy Commissioner of Kulgam, and the Senior Superintendent of Police—Dulloo was briefed on targeted measures aimed at safeguarding the site’s rich heritage while upgrading infrastructure and facilities for visiting devotees.

The developmental initiative was warmly received by local members of the Kashmiri Pandit and Rajput communities, who praised the administration’s effort as a vital step toward safeguarding the region’s diverse identity. Expressing optimism over the project, community representatives highlighted that the restoration of historic shrines not only preserves Kashmir’s ancient legacy but also serves to deepen communal harmony and reinforce the shared cultural heritage of Jammu and Kashmir.