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₹55.74 crore sanctioned to develop Arasavalli Sun Temple under Swadesh Darshan 2.0
Arasavalli, Andhra Pradesh5 Oct 2026
The Ministry of Tourism has sanctioned ₹55.74 crore under the Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme for development works at the Arasavalli Sri Suryanarayana Swamy (Sun) temple near Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. The article says proposed works include a Sun Experience Centre, a dome structure on the sun deck area, a restaurant, a shopping area and additional facilities.
Why it matters
The funding enables visitor and tourism infrastructure to be built around the temple, which can improve amenities and capacity for devotees and tourists.
Ministry of Tourism, Government of India