Koradi Temple’s 188-Foot Hanuman Idol Project to Integrate Futuristic Attractions The iconic Mahalaxmi Jagdamba Temple in Koradi, Maharashtra, is set to unveil a groundbreaking project featuring an 188-foot-tall Hanuman idol, which will serve as the centerpiece of a modern religious and tourism complex. The initiative, backed by a ₹5 crore allocation from the Regional Tourism Development Fund, aims to blend spirituality with cutting-edge technology to create an immersive experience for visitors. The project, which has a total budget of ₹11.50 crore, is expected to transform the temple precinct into a hub for both devotion and recreation. The development includes a holographic dome theatre and an experiential museum designed to showcase mythological narratives centered on Lord Hanuman. The museum, estimated to cost ₹3–4 crore, will incorporate advanced technologies such as projection mapping, interactive LED installations, and sound-and-light storytelling. These elements are intended to provide visitors with a 360-degree visual and sensory experience of religious themes. Additionally, the project plans to introduce recreational facilities to broaden its appeal, including an amusement park, a children’s adventure zone, a 7D theatre, VR gaming areas, and a go-karting track. These additions are expected to attract families and younger audiences while maintaining the site’s spiritual significance. Construction of the Hanuman idol began in July 2023, with approximately ₹6.47 crore already spent. Originally scheduled for completion by January 2025, the deadline has been extended to May 30, 2026.#maharashtra #koradi #nmrda #mahalaxmi_jagdamba_temple #nagpur_metropolitan_region_development_authority
Koradi Gears Up For Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Cup Kabaddi Nagpur’s historic temple town of Koradi, renowned for its 350-year-old Shri Mahalakshmi Jagdamba temple dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, is set to host the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Cup Senior State-Level kabaddi tournament. The event, organized annually by the Maharashtra government, will take place over five days at Sevanand Vidyalaya in Koradi, marking the first time the tournament is held in Vidarbha after a 19-year gap. The competition aims to inspire kabaddi players across the state and provide a platform for them to compete at the state level. The tournament will be jointly organized by the Deputy Director's Office, Sports and Youth Services, Nagpur Division, the Amateur Kabaddi Association of Vidarbha, and the Nagpur Rural Kabaddi Association. It will be inaugurated by Maharashtra’s deputy chief minister and sports minister, Sunetra Pawar, at 6:30 pm on Thursday. The opening ceremony will feature a laser and firecracker display, along with performances by international yoga players. State Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, Guardian Minister of Bhandara Pankaj Bhoyar, MLA Ashish Jaiswal, and other officials will also attend the event. To ensure smooth conduct, four international-standard mat courts have been prepared. The tournament will see participation from 448 players and officials from across Maharashtra, with 12 men’s and 12 women’s teams competing. Additionally, four Vidarbha teams—Nagpur, Amravati, Bhandara, and Washim—will join the fray. The teams have been divided into four groups. In the men’s category, Nagpur’s team will face Pune, Sangli, and Nashik in Group D, while Nagpur District’s women’s team will compete against Mumbai Sub-Urban, Palghar, and Parbhani in Group A.#koradi #shri_mahalakshmi_jagdamba_temple #chhatrapati_shivaji_maharaj_cup_kabaddi #sevanand_vidyalaya #sunetra_pawar
After Decade, Mahagenco’s Gare Palma-II Mine Delivers First Coal Rake To Koradi Nagpur: Marking a major milestone in Maharashtra's push for energy security, state-run Mahagenco on Sunday received the first coal rake from its Gare Palma Sector-II captive mine at the Koradi Thermal Power Station — more than a decade after the block was allocated. The Gare Palma Sector-II mine in Chhattisgarh has a life of 77 years. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis flagged off the rake in the presence of Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, calling it a "historic step" toward fuel self-reliance. He emphasized that sourcing coal from Mahagenco's own mine would stabilize supply, reduce costs, and ultimately benefit consumers across the state. The Gare Palma Sector-II coal block, located in Tamnar tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, was allotted to Mahagenco by the Union coal ministry in March 2015. Spanning 2,583 hectares — including 214 hectares of forest land — and covering 14 villages, the mine holds an estimated reserve of 655 million metric tonnes of coal, with a peak production capacity of 23.6 million tonnes per annum. Despite its scale, the project faced years of delays due to land acquisition challenges and multiple statutory clearances. In March 2021, Mahagenco appointed Gare Palma II Collieries Ltd, a subsidiary of Adani Enterprises, as the mine developer and operator. Over the next few years, critical approvals — including environmental and forest clearances, mining lease and operational consents — were secured. The Centre granted final mine opening permission in July 2025, and overburden removal began in September of the same year.#devendra_fadnavis #chhattisgarh #adani_enterprises #mahagenco #koradi
