What is being done to the Kirti Mandir campus in Vadodara?

The Kirti Mandir campus in Vadodara is being transformed into a cultural and leisure hub with plans for restoring the Vishwamitri ghats and the Kirti Mandir building.

Will the Vishwamitri ghats be restored as part of the Kirti Mandir project?

Yes, the Vishwamitri ghats behind Kirti Mandir will be cleaned, revived, and restored to their original character as part of the campus's redevelopment.

What is the architectural style of Vadodara's Kirti Mandir?

Kirti Mandir in Vadodara was built in the Indo-Saracenic architectural style and features a 35-metre-tall 'Shikhar' (central dome).

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Vadodara's Kirti Mandir to Get Cultural Makeover

28 Jan

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Kirti Mandir campus to become a cultural and leisure hub.
Vishwamitri ghats will be cleaned and restored.
The 90-year-old Kirti Mandir will undergo comprehensive restoration.

Vadodara's Kirti Mandir to Get Cultural Makeover

Vadodara's Kirti Mandir campus is slated for a significant transformation into a new cultural and leisure destination for the city. Royal scion Samarjitsinh Gaekwad revealed plans to revitalize the historic precinct, aiming to seamlessly integrate heritage with daily life. This initiative will create a serene hangout zone where citizens can enjoy the surroundings.

The project includes the crucial restoration and cleaning of the Vishwamitri ghats, which hold historical importance and are located behind Kirti Mandir. These ghats will be brought back to their original character. Furthermore, the 90-year-old Kirti Mandir, a prominent landmark in Vadodara known for its Indo-Saracenic architecture, will undergo a comprehensive restoration. Efforts were previously made to address structural issues like cracks on its roof and dome due to water seepage.