Konark, 22nd Aug 2025:The long-unused Urban Haat in Konark is set to get a complete makeover. On Tuesday afternoon, Balwant Singh, Chief Secretary of the State Tourism Department, along with other departmental officers and staff, inspected the Urban Haat, Interpretation Centre, and Sun Temple premises.
The development plan includes:
- Renovation of the Urban Haat area
- Construction of a grand entrance arch
- Proper parking facilities in front
- Interior improvements inside the Haat
Attention will also be given to ensuring smooth visitor access to the Haat. Roads will be connected from the Interpretation Centre and Sun Temple for better connectivity. The preparations for this development have been completed, and work will commence very soon.
Additionally, a new Light and Sound Project will be installed at the Sun Temple. Facilities will include seating for 250 tourists, new projectors, and podium arrangements. Balwant Singh personally supervised these arrangements.
The inspection was attended by tourism department officers, senior engineers, executive body officials, and representatives from survey and planning agencies.