Tehri, November 13, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Devotees visiting the Maa Surkanda Devi Temple near Dhanaulti in Uttarakhand’s Tehri Garhwal district are expected to get relief from traffic congestion, with a new parking facility being developed in Kaddukhal scheduled for completion before the next tourist season.
The facility is being constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 8.64 crore under the state sector through the Tourism Department. The Public Works Department is executing the project.
District Tourism Officer Sobat Rana said a dedicated parking facility was urgently needed as devotees frequently faced traffic jams in Kaddukhal, particularly on weekends, during festivals and throughout Navratri.
Rana said the project was initially scheduled for completion by January, but construction was delayed. Work has now resumed at a faster pace, and the facility is expected to be ready before the next tourist season.
Once completed, the parking facility will make it easier for pilgrims to park their vehicles, reduce traffic congestion and improve the experience of visitors. Local businesses are also expected to benefit from improved infrastructure and increased tourist movement.
The Siddha Peeth Surkanda Devi Temple is an important religious site and is regarded as one of India’s 51 Shaktipeeths. According to religious beliefs, the head of Goddess Sati fell at this location, which was initially known as Sirkanda before becoming Surkanda.
Situated at an altitude of approximately 2,757 metres, the temple attracts devotees throughout the year, with pilgrims visiting to seek the blessings of the goddess.
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