Attending a meeting here, people from various walks of life demanded renovation of the historical monuments of the Mahendragiri hills. While research scholar Purnachandra Mahapatra presided over meeting, Laxmi Baba lamented neglect of heritage site by State Government.Many saints speaking on the occasion appealed to the authorities for restoration of the three temples such as Yudhistir, Bhim and Kunti. These temples are in a dilapidated state. They also demanded steps to save the bio-diversity of the area.
Among those who spoke included Jasodanandandas Maharaj, Ramananddas Maharaj, Radhacharandas Maharaj, Tarinisendas Maharaj, former Mohana MLA Basanti Mallick and representatives from several NGOs and other organisations.