BJP National Vice-President & Prabhari J&K Avinash Rai Khanna has written to the Jammu & Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik andUnion Tourism Minister Prahlad Singh Patel for development of historical and religious places located in Sudhmahadev and Mantalai areas of Chenani AssemblyConstituency falling in Udhampur district.

In separate letters addressed to the Governor and the UnionMinister, Avinash Rai Khanna, mentioned that during his recent visit toSudhmahadev and Mantalai, he received representations from Shrimad JagatguruShankaracharya Anant ji, Shri Swami Amritanand Dev Tirath ji and LocalCommittee, Chenani, wherein they raised various issues and sought the help ofthe government for the development of historical and religious places likeSudhmahadev and Mantalai.

Avinash Rai Khana, in his letters, further mentioned that hehad personally visited these historical places which are largely visited by thedevotees but lack basic amenities, which should be provided so that the peoplecoming there feel comfort. These areas have great potential of tourism as welland hence need to be developed. The development of these areas would promotetourism and generate employment for the local people.

Khanna urged upon the Governor and the Union Minister forproviding proper connectivity, drinking water, toilets and construction ofDharamshalla/Sarai and preservation of the centuries old temples. He expressedhope that the necessary steps in this regard would be taken to ensure thatneedful is done.