World-class museum to come up at lalitagiri

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Union Culture Minister Dr Mahesh Sharma reviewed observance of the 200th year of the Paika Rebellion in and outside the country, inauguration of Buddha Museum at lalitagiri and ongoing renovation works of the Shree Jagannath Temple’s Jagamohan in the presence of Petroleum and Skill Development Minister Dharmendra Pradhan in New Delhi recently. 

The meeting focused on installation of a big statue of Buxi Jagabandhu on the Barunei hill and release of coin and Postal stamp on Paika Rebellion and promotion of related literature, said Pradhan in a Press release on Monday. Besides, discussion on establishment of museum was also held.

Stating that mortal remains of lord Buddha found at lalita Giri has been kept in a museum now, Pradhan said discussion on inauguration of an international level museum at lalitagiri was also held.

ASI officials present at the meeting said the renovation work of the Shreemandir has been going on smoothly under the direct guidance of the High Court.   

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